1 For the choir director: A song of the descendants of Korah, to be sung by soprano voices.God is our refuge and strength,always ready to help in times of trouble.
2 So we will not fear when earthquakes comeand the mountains crumble into the sea.
3 Let the oceans roar and foam.Let the mountains tremble as the waters surge! Interlude
4 A river brings joy to the city of our God,the sacred home of the Most High.
5 God dwells in that city; it cannot be destroyed.From the very break of day, God will protect it.
6 The nations are in chaos,and their kingdoms crumble!God’s voice thunders,and the earth melts!
7 The Lord of Heaven’s Armies is here among us;the God of Israel is our fortress. Interlude
8 Come, see the glorious works of the Lord:See how he brings destruction upon the world.
9 He causes wars to end throughout the earth.He breaks the bow and snaps the spear;he burns the shields 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.”
11 The Lord of Heaven’s Armies is here among us;the God of Israel is our fortress. Interlude