![]() So we will not fear when earthquakes come During this time, the earth gives way, mountains crumble, and oceans churn.Īlways ready to help in times of trouble. Psalm 46 describes a time when the whole earth is literally shaken. While this pandemic has rocked us physically, emotionally, and financially, the mountains still stand. Those who can’t work wonder if their businesses will survive. ![]() Grandparents are isolated from their children and grandchildren. The infected worry they won’t get proper care. Many health workers, exposed to this deadly virus, work without proper protection. He remains our fortress in time of trouble.Īs explosives and earthquakes cause mountains to tremble, the coronavirus has shaken the whole world. We who know the Lord can drop our worries at His feet we can let go of our disappointments and rest in His unchanging character. When the nations are in chaos and the whole world panics, God’s people can have peace. When the earth shakes, mountains crumble, and waters foam and churn, we can quiet our hearts in the Lord. This translation from Blue Letter Bible says it means to let drop, relax, to let go, to be quiet, to be still. ![]() “Be still” or “cease striving” (in NASB and KJV) come from the Hebrew word transliterated raphah. Now that we've explored some verses on being still, let's talk about what the Psalmist meant above. Shalom means stillness, means righteousness, and everlasting trust. ![]() Have you ever heard of the concept of Shalom? The way things are meant to be? When we trust in the Lord, we experience a taste of Shalom. Isaiah 32:17: "And the effect of righteousness will be peace, and the result of righteousness, quietness and trust forever." In the midst of the storm, we may wonder, "Where is God." But we do not need to fear if he will abandon us. Mark 4:39: "And he awoke and rebuked the wind and said to the sea, “Peace! Be still!” And the wind ceased, and there was a great calm."Įven the wind and the waves obey his voice. In fact, we need to depend on God to sustain us in the midst of the most difficult of trials. What a perfect time to heed its meaning.īefore we dive into the context of this verse, let's explore more Scripture that talks about being still.Įxodus 14:14: "The Lord will fight for you, and you have only to be silent.”Īs Christians, we do not have to fight our battles alone. The context of this verse makes its message all the more fascinating and appropriate for our times. I will be honored throughout the world” (Psalm 46:10) ![]()
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