Chambers of Safety.
xxvi. 20. Enter into thy chambers, &c.
The religion of Christ, as a religion of consolation, is eminently suited to the condition of men in a sinful, suffering, and dying world. The same Saviour who died to save, lives to bless, saying, “Lo, I am with you always,” &c. (Matt. xxviii. 20). The same Holy Spirit sanctifies and comforts. This Scripture suggests, that in the worst of storms God’s people have a secure hiding-place.
I. A consolatory truth implied. God’s people have chambers of security and defence in time of danger. Every perfection of the Divine character, every office of Christ, every Divine promise is a chamber of defence (Prov. xviii. 10).
II. A welcome duty enjoined. “Enter,” &c. 1. Who gives the invitation? The Lord Jehovah, with whom is Everlasting Strength. 2. To whom this invitation is given, “My people.” Not Babylon, not Egypt, but “my people.” 3. What it is to which He calls them. To enter their closets, hold communion with Him, trust themselves to His keeping.
III. The reasons for this retreat. 1. Because the calamity anticipated is very great. God comes out of His place to judge the nations, &c. 2. The season of danger is short. “For a little moment.” Self-sacrifice and self-restraint for Christ’s sake will not last long. 3. Because the blessings promised are very valuable. Present purity and peace, future glory, &c.—Samuel Thodey.