CHAPTER XI.
Of the considering the secret judgments of God, lest we be exalted on account of our good deeds.
Christian.THOU thunderest forth thy judgments over me, O Lord; thou shakest all my bones with fear and trembling, and my soul is sore afraid.
I stand astonished, when I consider that the heavens are not pure in thy sight.
If thou hast found wickedness in angels, and hast not pardoned them, what shall become of me?
Stars fell from heaven; and am I, who am dust, proud?
2. There is therefore no sanctity, if thou, O Lord, withdrawest thy hand.
No wisdom availeth, if thou ceasest to govern.
No strength helpeth, if thou leavest to defend.