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Therefore will we not be afraid, though the earth changes, Though the mountains are shaken into the heart of the seas;
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Courage from Confidence
Commentators stress that the psalmist's courage isn't a personal virtue but a direct result of the truth in verse 1: God is our refuge and strength. The word "Therefore" connects our ability to face chaos directly to our confidence in God's unwavering presence and power as our protector.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Therefore will not we fear – Our confidence in God will be unshaken and enduring. Having Him for our refuge and strength ([Referenc…
19th Century
Anglican
Though the earth be removed. —Literally, at the changing of the earth. Possibly with the same figure implied, wh…
Baptist
Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea; though the waters there…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Therefore will not we fear , The consideration of the Lord's being the refuge, strength, and help of his people, in …
This psalm encourages hope and trust in God—in his power and providence, and his gracious presence with his church in the worst of times. We may ap…
13th Century
Catholic
1. After the psalmist asks for divine help against the trials he is suffering from his enemies when he says, O God, with our ears (…
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