pinch, and then be lifted out, when we sink in mire, where there is no standing. This is yet further hinted at by the several postures that Christ is said to be in, as he exerciseth his priestly and advocate’s office. As a Priest, he sits; as an Advocate, he stands (Isa 3:13). The Lord stands up when he pleads; his sitting is more constant and of course (Sit thou, Psa 110:1, 4), but his standing is occasional, when Joshua is indicted, or when hell and earth are broken loose against his servant Stephen.