Psalms 8

REFLECTIONS UPON PSALM VIII.—How glorious is the name of our exalted IMMANUEL, and of God in him! Quickly shall his kingdom fill both heaven and earth, however despicable its oracles, ordinances, and professors, now appear to a carnal world. By the weakest instruments he accomplishes his greatest purposes, displays his power and grace, and trends and triumphs over Satan and his votaries. The glories of nature, but especially the graces of redemption, should continually lead our hearts to the contemplation of their glorious Author. How astonishing is it to see so many creatures subjected to miserable man; and especially to behold them all subjected to the once-debased Christ! G P