Feb 02 2025 42 mins
David puts words in our mouth and gives direction to our heart in responding to afflictions and sorrows, especially those we can trace directly to the hand of God. We look first at the distresses of men, and consider the real cry that arises from their hearts, the real need for comfort which animates their spirit, and the real hope they entertain as those who come to God with expectant humility. Then we turn to the consolations of God, the Lord to whom the man calls in distress: his open ear, his kind heart revealed in Christ, and his true word.