- Here is a solemn call to all nations to praise the Lord, and
proper matter for that praise is suggested. We are soon weary of
well-doing, if we keep not up the pious and devout affections
with which the spiritual sacrifice of praise ought to be kindled
and kept burning. This is a gospel psalm. The apostle, (Ro
15:11), quotes it as a proof that the gospel was to be preached
to the Gentile nations, and that it would be entertained by
them. For many ages, in Judah only was God known, and his name
praised; this call was not then given to any Gentiles. But the
gospel of Christ is ordered to be preached to all nations, and
by him those that were afar off are made nigh. We are among the
persons to whom the Holy Spirit here speaks, whom he calls upon
to join his ancient people in praising the Lord. Grace has thus
abounded to millions of perishing sinners. Let us then listen to
the offers of the grace of God, and pray for that time when all
nations of the earth shall show forth his praises. And let us
bless God for the unsearchable riches of gospel grace.
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