New Living Translation

Psalms • Chapter 46

1 God (Elohim) is our refuge and strength,<br>always ready to help in times of trouble.<br> 2 So we will not fear when earthquakes come<br>and the mountains crumble into the sea.<br> 3 Let the oceans roar and foam.<br>Let the mountains tremble as the waters surge! <i>Interlude</i><br> 4 A river brings joy to the city of our God (Elohim),<br>the sacred home of the Most High.<br> 5 God (Elohim) dwells in that city; it cannot be destroyed.<br>From the very break of day, God (Elohim) will protect it.<br> 6 The nations are in chaos,<br>and their kingdoms crumble!<br>God (Elohim)’s voice thunders,<br>and the earth melts!<br> 7 The LORD of Heaven’s Armies is here among us;<br>the God (Elohim) of Israel is our fortress. <i>Interlude</i><br> 8 Come, see the glorious works of the LORD:<br>See how he brings destruction upon the world.<br> 9 He causes wars to end throughout the earth.<br>He breaks the bow and snaps the spear;<br>he burns the shields with fire.<br> 10 “Be still, and know that I am God (Elohim)!<br>I will be honored by every nation.<br>I will be honored throughout the world.”<br> 11 The LORD of Heaven’s Armies is here among us;<br>the God (Elohim) of Israel is our fortress. <i>Interlude</i><br>