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I. THE SPEAKER. "The mighty God;" possessing —

1. Boundless knowledge (Hebrews 4:13; Acts 10:5, 6; Matthew 10:80).

2. Infinite goodness (Psalm 145:9; Psalm 103:13; Psalm 147:11).

3. Omnipotent power (Psalm 148:6).

II. THE PERSONS ADDRESSED.

1. Those who fear and love God (1 Corinthians 3:21-23).

2. Those who are subjects of trial (Hebrews 12:6, 10).

III. THE DUTY SUGGESTED. "Call upon Me."

1. Humility.

2. Sincerity.

3. Confidence.

4. Consistency.

5. Importunity.

IV. THE DECLARATION MADE. "I will deliver thee."

1. At what time He sees best.

2. In what way He sees best.

3. By what means He sees best.

V. THE GRATEFUL RETURNS REQUIRED. "And thou shalt glorify Me."

1. By a devout acknowledgment of the Divine goodness (Psalm 34:1-4). Be careful not to ascribe that to human agency which is immediately the work of God.

2. By unreserved devotedness to Him (Romans 12:1; 1 Corinthians 6:20).

3. By promoting His interests — your time, talents, influence employed for God. Present them through the merits of Christ.

VI. IMPROVEMENT.

1. To those who love and fear God. How blessed is your state I The Lord is your God, call upon Him.

2. To those who are humbly seeking God (Matthew 11:28).

3. To those who are living without God. How awful your state! (Romans 2:5).

(Sketches of Four Hundred Sermons.)

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KJV: And call upon me in the day of trouble: I will deliver thee, and thou shalt glorify me.

WEB: Call on me in the day of trouble. I will deliver you, and you will honor me."