(a) As God by his power and wisdom has made and governed the world, so must the same be our defence against all enemies and dangers.

2 Thy {b} throne is established of old: thou art from everlasting.

(b) In which you sit and govern the world.

3 {c} The floods have lifted up, O LORD, the floods have lifted up their voice; the floods lift up their waves.

(c) God's power appears in ruling the furious waters.

4 The LORD on high is mightier than the noise of many waters, yea, than the mighty waves of the sea.

5 Thy {d} testimonies are very sure: holiness becometh thine house, O LORD, for ever.

(d) Besides God's power and wisdom in creating and governing his great mercy also appears in that he has given his people his word and covenant.