Psalms 11 — Taking Refuge in the LORD When Foundations Shake | World English Bible | OliveGrove

Psalms 11:1–3

When the foundations of society crumble, the righteous find their security in the Lord rather than in the mountains of self-preservation.

1 In Yahweh, I take refuge. How can you say to my soul, “Flee as a bird to your mountain”?

2 For, behold, the wicked bend their bows. They set their arrows on the strings, that they may shoot in darkness at the upright in heart.

3 If the foundations are destroyed, what can the righteous do?

Psalms 11:4–7

From His heavenly throne, the Lord observes all people, refining the righteous and preparing a cup of judgment for the wicked.

4 Yahweh is in his holy temple. Yahweh is on his throne in heaven. His eyes observe. His eyes examine the children of men.

5 Yahweh examines the righteous, but his soul hates the wicked and him who loves violence.

6 On the wicked he will rain blazing coals; fire, sulfur, and scorching wind shall be the portion of their cup.

7 For Yahweh is righteous. He loves righteousness. The upright shall see his face.

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