Psalm 93
This world is full of troubles. Floods, waves, wind, rain, earthquakes, diseases and other catastrophes come. And when they do, we lose hope.
But, the Psalmist says, “More majestic than the thunders of mighty waters, more majestic than the waves of the sea, majestic on high is the Lord!” Oh, how comforting!
Our God is more powerful and majestic than these.
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