Psalms 46

Which worship songs are based on Psalms 46?

  1. I Worship You — Mary Mary (2008) Psalms 46:1

    The post-chorus identifies God as an immediately available help, closely adapting this verse’s distinctive description within a sequence emphasizing divine protection.

  2. Deliver Me — Aaron Shust (2013) Psalms 46:1-3

    The song closely adapts the psalm's identification of God as refuge and strength. Its earlier portrayal of fear amid a shaking world reinforces the connection to the psalm's confidence despite the earth's upheaval.

  3. Psalm 46A — Sons of Korah (2015) Psalms 46:1-3

    The song closely reproduces the opening three verses, linking divine protection and assistance with communal courage amid the collapse of the earth, mountains, and turbulent seas. Its minor adaptations do not obscure the direct textual source.

  4. Patient — Apollo LTD (2021) Psalms 46:1-3

    The combination of a world in upheaval with the concluding need for stillness strongly evokes this psalm’s movement from shaking creation to quiet trust in God’s sovereignty.

  5. My Rock — Bluetree (2014) Psalms 46:1-3

    The description of God as continually present protection amid hardship closely adapts the psalm's opening. The surrounding imagery of turbulent seas reinforces this connection to the psalm's portrayal of refuge amid chaos.

  6. My Refuge, My Strength — Byron Cage (2012) Psalms 46:1

    The opening closely reproduces the verse's distinctive combination of divine refuge, strength, and immediately available help during trouble. These elements recur throughout the song.

  7. Understand — Jeremy Camp (2011) Psalms 46:1

    The opening verse closely adapts Psalm 46:1's description of God as an immediately available source of help during trouble, applying that assurance to the singer's distress.

  8. My Shelter — Jordan Feliz (2018) Psalms 46:1-3

    The combination of God as refuge with rising waters and shaking ground closely follows this psalm’s depiction of divine security amid collapsing earth and roaring seas.

  9. I Lift My Hands — Chris Tomlin (2010) Psalms 46:1

    The chorus closely adapts the psalm's paired description of God as shelter and strength. The repeated invitation to stillness reinforces the connection to the same psalm.

  10. You Keep Me Alive — Katy Nichole (2025) Psalms 46:1

    The song expresses the idea of God being a refuge and source of hope, paralleling the sentiment found in Psalm 46:1, which describes God as a refuge and strength in times of trouble.

  11. Take Heart — Hillsong UNITED (2011) Psalms 46:1-3

    The imagery of collapsing mountains and rising waters closely echoes the psalm’s description of upheaval. The bridge reinforces this connection by identifying God as shelter and strength and affirming his presence with his people.

  12. Love Takes Over — Beth Croft (2014) Psalms 46:1

    The second verse closely adapts the psalm's description of God as readily present to help in distress. This distinctive wording supports a specific connection rather than merely a shared theme of divine faithfulness.

  13. Everlasting Father — Elevation Worship (2014) Psalms 46:1-2

    The second verse closely adapts the psalm's description of God's immediate help in distress, followed by its image of the earth giving way.

  14. Always — Rhett Walker (2014) Psalms 46:1-2

    The chorus closely adapts the psalm's paired descriptions of God's protection and sustaining power, followed by the resulting refusal to fear. The surrounding danger reinforces this textual connection.

  15. Don't Wanna Leave/ Breathe into Me — Israel & New Breed (2021) Psalms 46:1

    The song closely restates the psalm’s description of God as readily present help during trouble.

  16. Defender — Chris McClarney (2009) Psalms 46:1-2

    The closing portrayal of God as a communal fortress, paired with the resolve not to fear, evokes Psalm 46 through the recognizable language of Martin Luther's hymn based on that psalm.

  17. Overcome — Elevation Worship (2017) Psalms 46:1-5

    The chorus closely reworks the psalm's confidence that God's people need not fear or be shaken even amid the collapse of the earth.

  18. God of My Everything — Bebo Norman (2010) Psalms 46:1-3

    The bridge combines collapsing earth and trembling mountains with continued trust in God, closely adapting the distinctive catastrophe imagery of this psalm's opening.

  19. Take Shelter — Keith & Kristyn Getty & Skye Peterson (2022) Psalms 46:1-9

    The opening combines the Psalm's distinctive images of raging nations, warfare, and God as an unassailable refuge. The close correspondence of several images makes this more than a general statement about divine protection.

  20. Do It Now (Agbanilagbatan) — Limoblaze & Joe L Barnes (2025) Psalms 46:1

    Calling the Lord a present source of help and defense closely draws on the psalm’s description of God as refuge, strength, and immediate help in trouble.

  21. So Good — DOE (2022) Psalms 46:1

    The description of God as continually available help closely reproduces Psalm 46’s distinctive description of God as refuge and readily present aid in trouble.

  22. Who He Is — Jamie MacDonald (2025) Psalms 46:1

    The phrase about God being an ever-present help in times of need echoes the declaration in Psalm 46:1, emphasizing God's support during difficult times.

  23. God, The Uncreated One (King Forevermore) - Live — Keith & Kristyn Getty & Sing! & Tommy Bailey (2017) Psalms 46:1

    The description of God as both a defensive stronghold and the source of strength closely restates the psalm's opening confession.

  24. God of Abraham — Vertical Worship (2020) Psalms 46:1-7

    The chorus closely follows Psalm 46's combined imagery of kingdoms collapsing, refusing fear, and trusting that God remains present and secure amid upheaval.

  25. Amaram Onyewem (Live) — Mercy Chinwo & Pastor Jerry Eze (2024) Psalms 46:1

    God is addressed using the psalm's distinctive description of him as an immediately available source of help during trouble.

  26. Unashamed — Building 429 (2015) Psalms 46:2-3

    The bridge pairs threatening waters with shaking mountains, closely matching the psalm's distinctive imagery of upheaval. The community's continued proclamation parallels the psalm's resolve to remain confident despite those threats.

  27. Psalm 46b — Sons of Korah (2015) Psalms 46:4-5

    The song closely reproduces the psalm's description of the river bringing joy to God's city and God's presence ensuring its stability and help at dawn. Its closing declarations reproduce the refrain repeated in verses 7 and 11, affirming God's presence with the community and his protection.

  28. Waves — Worship Central, Josh Gauton, Anna Hellebronth (2017) Psalms 46:4

    The chorus directly condenses Psalm 46:10’s command to cease striving and recognize God, while the recurring river and stream imagery reinforces the psalm’s description of the river associated with God's presence.

  29. Come to the River of Life — Don Moen (2024) Psalms 46:4

    The song directly reproduces the psalm's description of a river bringing joy to God's city.

  30. Fragrance (feat. GGTQ All Stars) — Esther Oji & GGTQ All Stars (2023) Psalms 46:4-5

    The hook directly follows the psalm's description of a life-giving river, the city and holy dwelling of God, and the city's security because God is present within it.

  31. God Is With Her! — Anike & Porsha Love & HOLY GIRL X HLY GRL (2025) Psalms 46:5

    The chorus closely adapts the psalm's assurance that God's presence within his city prevents her from falling, applying that feminine imagery to faithful women.

  32. O God of Love — Jill Phillips (2012) Psalms 46:6-9

    The opening prayer closely adapts the psalm's description of God ending wars throughout the earth. Its accompanying appeal to restrain national wrath also echoes the psalm's portrayal of raging nations.

  33. Psalm 46C — Sons of Korah (2015) Psalms 46:6

    The song closely reproduces the psalm's descriptions of nations in turmoil, kingdoms collapsing, and the earth melting at God's voice. It also directly adapts the invitation to witness God's devastation and his worldwide ending of warfare through the destruction of weapons.

  34. Mighty Fortress — Aaron Shust (2013) Psalms 46:7

    The chorus presents God as the community's fortress, echoing this psalm's recurring declaration of divine protection. The connection is mediated by the recognizable wording of Martin Luther's hymn based on Psalm 46.

  35. Fortress — Elevation Worship (2014) Psalms 46:7

    The chorus echoes Martin Luther's hymn based on Psalm 46, adapting the psalm's repeated declaration that God is His people's fortress. The surrounding battle imagery reinforces this connection.

  36. Still — Amanda Cook (2019) Psalms 46:9-10

    The chorus directly adapts the psalm's command to cease striving and recognize God's sovereignty. The bridge's description of God ending conflict also reflects the immediately preceding depiction of God bringing wars to an end.

  37. How Much Broken Is Enough — 11th Hour (2019) Psalms 46:10

    The narrator adopts Psalm 46's command to cease striving and recognize God's rule, using it as the basis for trust amid ongoing distress.

  38. Wait Upon the Lord (Spontaneous) - Live — Leeland (2019) Psalms 46:10

    The opening directly invokes the psalm’s command to become still and recognize God’s identity and sovereignty.

  39. Be Still — Bethel Music, Steffany Gretzinger (2013) Psalms 46:10

    The opening closely adapts the command to become still and acknowledge God's identity, turning it into an instruction addressed to the singer's own heart.

  40. Be Still — Mark Schultz (2012) Psalms 46:10

    The chorus closely adapts the verse's command to become still and recognize God's identity. The surrounding turmoil also fits the psalm's portrayal of God's authority amid upheaval.

  41. He Won't Let Go — Gary Valenciano (2008) Psalms 46:10

    The second verse closely adapts the psalm's distinctive instruction to become still and recognize God. It applies that instruction to reassurance about the Father's enduring care.

  42. Peace Be Still — Rush of Fools (2009) Psalms 46:10

    The chorus directly incorporates the psalm’s command to cease striving and recognize God’s identity and authority.

  43. Rejoice — Andrew Peterson (2015) Psalms 46:10

    The third verse closely adapts the psalm's command to become still and recognize God, identifying him as the Father. This is a recognizable verbal allusion rather than merely a shared theme of reassurance.

  44. Still God — Anne Wilson (2022) Psalms 46:10

    The chorus directly invokes Psalm 46's command to cease striving and recognize God's identity and sovereignty.

  45. Here in the Presence — Elevation Worship (2017) Psalms 46:10

    The third bridge directly uses the psalm’s command to cease striving and recognize God’s sovereign rule.

  46. Breathe — Colton Dixon (2017) Psalms 46:10

    The recurring instruction to become still uses the opening command of this verse and applies it to ceasing distraction in God's presence.

  47. Be Still and Know — Amy Grant (2015) Psalms 46:10

    The chorus directly reproduces the verse's command to cease striving and recognize God's identity. The song applies that command to stepping away from everyday distractions and becoming attentive to God.

  48. Be Still & Know — Jordan Smith (2021) Psalms 46:10

    The central refrain directly reproduces Psalm 46:10's command to cease striving and recognize God's sovereignty. The song applies that command to personal panic and struggle, while the psalm places it amid national and cosmic chaos.

  49. I Need A Word — Smokie Norful (2014) Psalms 46:10

    The song adapts the psalm's command to cease striving and recognize God's sovereignty, changing the divine declaration into a prayer addressed to God.

  50. Be Still — Jeremy Camp (2015) Psalms 46:10

    The chorus closely adapts the psalm's command to become still and acknowledge God's sovereignty, turning it into a personal affirmation addressed to God.

  51. Thank You, Lord — Jon Guerra (2023) Psalms 46:10

    The chorus closely adapts the psalm’s command to cease striving and recognize God, turning it into a desire for personal knowledge of him.

  52. Be Still (You Are Loved) — A Jesus Church (2020) Psalms 46:10

    The chorus directly adopts Psalm 46's command to cease striving and recognize God's sovereign presence. The surrounding movement from mental chaos toward trust closely matches the psalm's contrast between upheaval and divine security.

  53. Enough (Live) — Union Creative (2019) Psalms 46:10

    The song directly invokes Psalm 46's command to cease striving and recognize God's sovereignty, applying it to fear's loss of authority.

  54. Rest — Aaron Shust (2019) Psalms 46:10

    The repeated command to become still and recognize God's identity directly invokes the climactic divine command in Psalm 46.

  55. Father of My Heart — Fernando Ortega (2009) Psalms 46:10

    God’s instruction combines stillness with knowing His identity, closely adapting the distinctive command in Psalm 46:10. The song recasts that recognition as reassurance of God’s fatherly relationship to the frightened singer.

  56. Be Still — Kari Jobe (2009) Psalms 46:10

    The bridge closely adapts the verse’s command to become still and recognize God’s identity, turning it into a personal affirmation. The surrounding imagery of threatening waters also fits the psalm’s setting.

  57. Here in the Presence (feat. Israel Houghton & Sherretta Ivey) — Elevation Collective, Israel Houghton, Sherretta Ivey (2018) Psalms 46:10

    The command to become still and recognize divine control closely paraphrases the psalm’s call to cease striving and acknowledge God's sovereignty.

  58. God Will Work It Out — Naomi Raine (2025) Psalms 46:10

    The repeated call to 'be still' in the song echoes the directive found in Psalm 46:10, which encourages stillness and recognition of God's sovereignty.

  59. Be Close — Matthew West (2025) Psalms 46:10

    The phrase 'be still and know' in the song is a direct reference to Psalm 46:10, which calls for stillness and recognition of God's presence.

  60. Temple (Live) — Ryan Ofei (2026) Psalms 46:10

    The call to stillness joined with certain knowledge of God's presence unmistakably adapts the psalm's command to cease striving and recognize God amid turmoil.

  61. Nothing But Holy And Worthy — Covenant Worship & Kristian Binion (2025) Psalms 46:10

    The song directly quotes the phrase 'Be still and know that He is God,' which is a well-known verse from Psalm 46:10, emphasizing the importance of recognizing God's sovereignty and presence.

  62. Be Still — Travis Greene (2017) Psalms 46:10

    The chorus directly reproduces Psalm 46:10's command to cease striving and recognize God's identity and sovereign rule.

  63. Be Still - Live — Red Rocks Worship (2019) Psalms 46:10

    The bridge directly invokes Psalm 46’s command to cease striving and recognize God, applying that command inwardly as fear subsides in God’s presence.

  64. Slow Down — Chuck Girard (2010) Psalms 46:10

    The refrain closely adapts the psalm’s command to become still and recognize God’s divine authority. Its setting of distress also accords with the psalm’s reassurance amid upheaval.

  65. Be Still and Know — CeCe Winans (2024) Psalms 46:10

    The song’s central refrain directly adopts Psalm 46:10’s command to cease striving and recognize God’s identity and sovereign rule.

  66. Jesus Give Me Rest — FFH (2010) Psalms 46:10

    The closing refrain repeatedly reproduces the opening command of Psalm 46:10. It turns the song’s anxious prayer toward stillness and recognition of God’s sovereignty.

  67. The Name (feat. Koryn Hawthorne) — KB & Koryn Hawthorne (2020) Psalms 46:10

    KB links personal stillness with acknowledging God's lordship, closely echoing the psalmist's call to cease striving and recognize God's sovereign identity.

  68. Again — Flyleaf (2009) Psalms 46:10

    The bridge combines repeated commands to become still with an invitation to know, closely adapting this verse's call to recognize God. The song personalizes that assurance by emphasizing God's understanding of the distressed listener.

  69. Peace — Bethel Music (2020) Psalms 46:10

    The outro directly echoes the psalm’s command to cease striving and recognize God’s sovereign identity.

  70. Your Love — Blessing Offor (2022) Psalms 46:10

    The repeated instruction to become still and stop moving closely echoes the psalm's call to cease striving and acknowledge God's sovereign rule.

Psalms 46 (King James Version)

1 God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.

2 Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea;

3 Though the waters thereof roar and be troubled, though the mountains shake with the swelling thereof. Selah.

4 There is a river, the streams whereof shall make glad the city of God, the holy place of the tabernacles of the most High.

5 God is in the midst of her; she shall not be moved: God shall help her, and that right early.

6 The heathen raged, the kingdoms were moved: he uttered his voice, the earth melted.

7 The LORD of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge. Selah.

8 Come, behold the works of the LORD, what desolations he hath made in the earth.

9 He maketh wars to cease unto the end of the earth; he breaketh the bow, and cutteth the spear in sunder; he burneth the chariot in the fire.

10 Be still, and know that I am God: I will be exalted among the heathen, I will be exalted in the earth.

11 The LORD of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge. Selah.