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I. THE SIN CHARGED.

1. They believed not in Jehovah as contrasted with idol gods, or as the only living and true God.

2. They believed not in His great salvation to be achieved by the promised seed.

II. THE CONSEQUENCES.

1. Because men believe not in God, they are left to become the dupes of delusion and error.

2. Because they trust not God, they remain slaves of sin.

3. Because they believe not in God, they taste not joy, peace, and true felicity.

4. Because they believe not in God, they are subject to fear of death, and despair of eternal happiness.

5. They wilt be subject to the wrath of God, and will be outcasts from Him for ever.

III. THE REASONS WHICH SHOULD INDUCE US TO BELIEVE IN GOD.

1. The essential immutability of His nature.

2. The infallible certainty of His Word, and the preparation He has made for our salvation.

3. The impossibility of finding salvation in any other way.

IV. THE MEANS TO BE EMPLOYED.

1. Contemplation of our own weakness and inefficiency.

2. Study of His character and faithfulness, His Word and grace, His gospel, etc.

3. Diligent attendance upon hearing, for "faith cometh by hearing."

4. Fervent prayer for His Divine assistance.

(The Evangslist.)

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KJV: Therefore the LORD heard this, and was wroth: so a fire was kindled against Jacob, and anger also came up against Israel;

WEB: Therefore Yahweh heard, and was angry. A fire was kindled against Jacob, anger also went up against Israel,