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God is our refuge and strength,
always ready to help in times of trouble.
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So we will not fear when earthquakes come
and the mountains crumble into the sea.
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Let the oceans roar and foam.
Let the mountains tremble as the waters surge!
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A river brings joy to the city of our God,
the sacred home of the Most High.
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God dwells in that city; it cannot be destroyed.
From the very break of day, God will protect it.
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The nations are in chaos,
and their kingdoms crumble!
God’s voice thunders,
and the earth melts!
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The Lord of Heaven’s Armies is here among us;
the God of Israel 2 is our fortress.
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Come, see the glorious works of the Lord :
See how he brings destruction upon the world.
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He causes wars to end throughout the earth.
He breaks the bow and snaps the spear;
he burns the shields with fire.
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“Be still, and know that I am God!
I will be honored by every nation.
I will be honored throughout the world.”
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The Lord of Heaven’s Armies is here among us;
the God of Israel is our fortress.
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