BASIC SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY 6 December 2023
BASIC SCRIPTURE: PSALM 46: 1- 11
46 God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.
2 Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea;
3 Though the waters thereof roar and be troubled, though the mountains shake with the swelling thereof. Selah.
4 There is a river, the streams whereof shall make glad the city of God, the holy place of the tabernacles of the most High.
5 God is in the midst of her; she shall not be moved: God shall help her, and that right early.
6 The heathen raged, the kingdoms were moved: he uttered his voice, the earth melted.
7 The Lord of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge. Selah.
8 Come, behold the works of the Lord, what desolations he hath made in the earth.
9 He maketh wars to cease unto the end of the earth; he breaketh the bow, and cutteth the spear in sunder; he burneth the chariot in the fire.
10 Be still, and know that I am God: I will be exalted among the heathen, I will be exalted in the earth.
11 The Lord of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge. Selah.
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Psalm 46:1-11 (NIV) is a beautiful passage that emphasizes God’s strength, presence, and sovereignty:
1 God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. 2 Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea, 3 though its waters roar and foam and the mountains quake with their surging.
4 There is a river whose streams make glad the city of God, the holy place where the Most High dwells. 5 God is within her, she will not fall; God will help her at break of day. 6 Nations are in uproar, kingdoms fall; he lifts his voice, the earth melts.
7 The Lord Almighty is with us; the God of Jacob is our fortress.
8 Come and see what the Lord has done, the desolations he has brought on the earth. 9 He makes wars cease to the ends of the earth. He breaks the bow and shatters the spear; he burns the shields with fire. 10 He says, “Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.”
11 The Lord Almighty is with us; the God of Jacob is our fortress.
This Psalm is a powerful declaration of God’s sovereignty and protection. It begins by acknowledging God as our refuge and strength, a constant source of help in times of trouble. The psalmist expresses confidence and trust in God despite chaotic circumstances, symbolized by the imagery of mountains crumbling and seas roaring.
Verses 4 to 7 depict a serene scene of God’s presence in His dwelling place, assuring that He is within His city and will provide help when needed. The psalm highlights God’s power over the nations, bringing peace and ending conflicts.
BASIC SCRIPTURE FOR TODAY 6 December 2023
The passage climaxes in verses 10-11, encouraging stillness and the recognition of God’s authority. It prompts us to acknowledge God’s supremacy, to be still, and to trust in His control over all situations.
This Psalm serves as a reminder of God’s unwavering presence, strength, and ultimate authority, instilling confidence and peace in the hearts of those who trust in Him.
