God Is Our Refuge and Strength
(2 Kings 18:13–16; 2 Chronicles 32:1–8)

1Unto the end. To the sons of Korah, for confidants. A Psalm. Our God is our refuge and strength, a helper in the tribulations that have greatly overwhelmed us.

2Because of this, we will not be afraid when the earth will be turbulent and the mountains will be transferred into the heart of the sea.

3They thundered, and the waters were stirred up among them; the mountains have been disturbed by his strength.

4The frenzy of the river rejoices the city of God. The Most High has sanctified his tabernacle.

5God is in its midst; it will not be shaken. God will assist it in the early morning.

6The peoples have been disturbed, and the kingdoms have been bowed down. He uttered his voice: the earth has been moved.

7The Lord of hosts is with us. The God of Jacob is our supporter.

8Draw near and behold the works of the Lord: what portents he has set upon the earth,

9carrying away wars even to the end of the earth. He will crush the bow and break the weapons, and he will burn the shield with fire.

10Be empty, and see that I am God. I will be exalted among the peoples, and I will be exalted upon the earth.

11The Lord of hosts is with us. The God of Jacob is our supporter.