The lyrical air of ‘Dawning of the Day’ (Fáinne Geal an Lae) conveys this Psalm’s message of courage and hope.

The God of Jacob is our strength, our help in times of trouble
Though mountains fall into the depths, though seas do rage and roar
Though earth and hills be shaken, we will not be afraid
The Lord Almighty is with us; our refuge, evermore.

There is a river bringing joy to the city of our God
The sacred house of God, Most High: it shall not be destroyed.
Though nations tremble, kingdoms fall; God thunders, earth dissolves
The Lord Almighty is with us; our refuge, evermore.

Oh come and see what God has done: amazing things on earth
God breaks the bow, destroys the spear, and sets the shield on fire
“Be still and know that I am God – I rule o’er all the earth,”
The Lord Almighty is with us; our refuge, evermore.