Morning Watchman, what of the night? – Isa 21:11 What enemies are abroad during the night? Errors are a numerous horde, and new ones appear every hour—against what heresy am I to be on my guard? Sins creep from their lurking places when the darkness reigns; I must myself mount the watch-tower, and watch unto prayer. Our heavenly Protector foresees all the attacks which are about to be made upon us, and when as yet the evil designed us is but in the desire of Satan, He prays for us that our faith fail not, when we are sifted as wheat. Continue O gracious Watchman, to forewarn us of our foes, and for Zion’s sake hold not your peace. “Watchman, what of the night?” What weather is coming for the Church? Are the clouds lowering, or is it all clear and fair overhead? We must care for the Church of God with anxious love; and now that Popery and infidelity are both threatening, let us observe the signs of the times and prepare for conflict. “Watchman, what of the night?” What stars are visible? What precious promises suit our present case? You sound the alarm—give us the consolation also. Christ, the polestar, is ever fixed in His place, and all the stars are secure in the right hand of their Lord. “Watchman, how much longer until morning? When will the night be over?” The Bridegroom tarries. Are there no signs of His coming forth as the Sun of Righteousness? Has not the morning star arisen as the pledge of day? When will the day dawn—and the shadows flee away? O Jesus, if You come not in person to Your waiting Church this day—yet come in Spirit to my sighing heart, and make it sing for joy.
Posted on: Wed, 06 Aug 2014 07:20:49 +0000
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