Old Testament · Poetry
Psalms 46:1
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God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.
About Psalms 46:1
Few verses address Distress in the Bible, Elohim in the Bible, and Empty Nest in the Bible as directly as Psalms 46:1. This Old Testament passage from the poetry of Psalms has become a cornerstone of biblical teaching on the subject, treasured for its precision and pastoral warmth.
Cross References
- Isaiah 40:31
“But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint. ”
- Philippians 4:13
“I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.”
- 2 Corinthians 12:9
“And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.”
- Nehemiah 8:10
“Then he said unto them, Go your way, eat the fat, and drink the sweet, and send portions unto them for whom nothing is prepared: for this day is holy unto our Lord: neither be ye sorry; for the joy of the Lord is your strength.”
- Isaiah 41:10
“Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.”
Related Verses
- Psalms 34:17
“The righteous cry, and the Lord heareth, and delivereth them out of all their troubles.”
- Psalms 107:6
“Then they cried unto the Lord in their trouble, and he delivered them out of their distresses.”
- Psalms 18:6
“In my distress I called upon the Lord, and cried unto my God: he heard my voice out of his temple, and my cry came before him, even into his ears.”
- Psalms 120:1
“In my distress I cried unto the Lord, and he heard me.”
- Nahum 1:7
“The Lord is good, a strong hold in the day of trouble; and he knoweth them that trust in him.”
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Promises and Prayers Connected to This Verse
Divine Promises
- I Will Be With Thee Whithersoever Thou Goest
- They That Wait Upon the LORD Shall Renew Their Strength
Prayer Points
- Praying for Commanded Courage in the Presence of Fear
- Asking for Strength Made Perfect in Weakness
How to Apply Psalms 46:1
Pray through Psalms 46:1 slowly, pausing at each phrase. Journal what God highlights regarding on the theme of Distress in the Bible. Commit to one concrete application over the next seven days, and revisit your notes at the end of the week to see how your perspective has shifted through the lens of this passage.