The prayer contemplates Divine action as evidence. "Save us from his
hand." According to the reasoning of the time this would be the
proof. Reasoning from facts still the most satisfactory. Thus we may
reason--1. From _creation._ The wisdom and power displayed are the
wisdom and power of One. 2. From _redemption._ God has interposed for
many. He has actually saved many. Every conversion strengthens this
argument. 3. From _the preservation of the living Church._ In spite
of persecution, infidelity, lapse of time.
We may therefore make it a plea for the bestowment of saving
blessings, as Hezekiah did.
Do you believe in him? Live as you believe. Think what would be the
effect if all did so. Tell it to the heathen. Pray for them in
praying for yourself.--_J. Rawlinson._