"Men may
--wrap themselves about with their own righteousness,
--they may reach their own standard of character,
--but they do not reach the standard that God has given them in His word.
--We may measure ourselves by ourselves,
--and compare ourselves among ourselves;
but the great question is, Do we meet the claims that Heaven has upon us?
The reason why iniquity prevails to such an alarming extent is that the law of God is made void in the earth.
His law spoken from Sinai and exemplified in the life of Christ, is perfect, converting the soul.
It condemns every sin,
and requires every virtue.
Not only does it demand a correct outward deportment, but its principles reach even to the thoughts and affections of the heart. "Behold," said the psalmist, "thou desirest truth in the inward parts; and in the hidden part thou shalt make me to know wisdom." In the light of the law, covetousness is seen to be idolatry, lust, adultery, and anger murder. No wonder that the carnal mind is enmity against God, and not subject to His law."
Signs Of The Times 1890 E.G.W./Psalm 51:6