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1 God is our refuge and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble.
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God is our refuge and strength, a help always near in times of great trouble.
2 So we will not fear when earthquakes come and the mountains crumble into the sea.
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That's why we won't be afraid when the world falls apart, when the mountains crumble into the center of the sea,
3 Let the oceans roar and foam. Let the mountains tremble as the waters surge! Interlude
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when its waters roar and rage, when the mountains shake because of its surging waves. Selah
4 A river brings joy to the city of our God, the sacred home of the Most High.
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There is a river whose streams gladden God's city, the holiest dwelling of the Most High.
5 God dwells in that city; it cannot be destroyed. From the very break of day, God will protect it.
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God is in that city. It will never crumble. God will help it when morning dawns.
6 The nations are in chaos, and their kingdoms crumble! God’s voice thunders, and the earth melts!
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Nations roar; kingdoms crumble. God utters his voice; the earth melts.
7 The LORD of Heaven’s Armies is here among us; the God of Israel is our fortress. Interlude
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The LORD of heavenly forces is with us! The God of Jacob is our place of safety. Selah
8 Come, see the glorious works of the LORD : See how he brings destruction upon the world.
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Come, see the LORD's deeds, what devastation he has imposed on the earth—
9 He causes wars to end throughout the earth. He breaks the bow and snaps the spear; he burns the shields with fire.
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bringing wars to an end in every corner of the world, breaking the bow and shattering the spear, burning chariots with fire.
10 “Be still, and know that I am God! I will be honored by every nation. I will be honored throughout the world.”
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"That's enough! Now know that I am God! I am exalted among all nations; I am exalted throughout the world!
11 The LORD of Heaven’s Armies is here among us; the God of Israel is our fortress. Interlude
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The LORD of heavenly forces is with us! The God of Jacob is our place of safety. Selah
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