THE marvelous vision which is brought before us in this chapter is that of the government of God―Jehovah riding in triumph on His chariot down through the ages and exercising His righteous sway over all the nations. No matter how things may seem to go in this lower scene, the chariot-wheels of the Lord, moved by the living creatures, go every one of them straight forward; nothing can turn aside the divine purpose. God works all things in accordance with the counsel of His own will. To the trusting soul this gives peace despite circumstances.
“O Lord, my life’s a mystery
I do not understand;
The end of all Thy ways with me
I do not know; I scarce can see
At times Thy guiding hand.
I often, in my unbelief.
Distrust Thy love and care,
And from my senses seek relief,
Which wounds Thy heart, while double grief.
Resulting, is my share.
A foolish, sinful child am I,
So easy turned aside!
Why should I in the future pry,
Or, doubting, ask the reason why
Thou thus, O Lord, dost guide
Good Shepherd, firmly grasp my hand
And lead me while I go;
For Thou hast said Thy purpose grand,
Which yet I do not understand,
Hereafter I shall know.”