Introduction
A Psalm expressing confidence in the God of Jacob.
though the mountains are shaken into the heart of the seas;
the holy place of the tents of the Most High.
He breaks the bow, and shatters the spear.
He burns the chariots in the fire.
I will be exalted amongst the nations.
I will be exalted in the earth.”
Questions
1. What can the psalmist say because the LORD is his refuge and strength?
v 2 and 3 Therefore we won’t be afraid, though the earth changes,
though the mountains are shaken into the heart of the seas;
though its waters roar and are troubled,
though the mountains tremble with their swelling.
2. What are the works of the LORD that the psalmist wants us to see?
v 8 and 9 Come, see the LORD’s works,
what desolations he has made in the earth.
He makes wars cease to the end of the earth.
He breaks the bow, and shatters the spear.
He burns the chariots in the fire.
3. Why does the psalmist encourage us to be still?
v 10 and 11 “Be still, and know that I am God.
I will be exalted amongst the nations.
I will be exalted in the earth.”
The LORD of Armies is with us.
The God of Jacob is our refuge. ...
Summary Points
- v 1 to 3 Whatever happens, the psalmist will not fear because he trusts God will help
- v 4 to 7 God’s city that is not moved is compared to other nations and kingdoms
- v 8 to 11 The psalmist thinks about what the LORD has done in the past. He recognises help from the God of Jacob
The audio version uses Yahweh instead of LORD. This reflects the original Hebrew language.