Lyrics
O come, behold the works of God
The nations at His feet
He breaks the bow and bends the spear
And tells the wars to cease
O, Mighty One of Israel
You are on our side
We walk by faith in
God Who burns the chariots with fire
Lord of Hosts, You're with us
With us in the fire
With us as a shelter
With us in the storm
You will lead us
Through the fiercest battle
O, where else would we go
But with the Lord of Hosts?
O, God of Jacob, fierce and great
You lift Your voice to speak.
The earth, it bows and all the mountains
Move into the sea.
O, Lord, You know the hearts of men
And still You let them live.
O, God, Who makes the mountains melt
Come wrestle us and win!
Lord of Hosts, You're with us
With us in the fire
With us as a shelter
With us in the storm
You will lead us
Through the fiercest battle
O, where else would we go
But with the Lord of Hosts?
Our God, He is the Lord Most High
Our refuge and our strength
A very present help in times of trouble, our defense.
He said, "Be still and know that I am God and I am near,
Exalted in the nations" Therefore we will have no fear!
Lord of Hosts, You're with us
With us in the fire
With us as a shelter
With us in the storm
You will lead us
Through the fiercest battle
O, where else would we go
But with the Lord of Hosts?
Though the oceans roar
You are the Lord of all
The One Who calms the wind and waves
And makes my heart be still
Though the earth gives way
The mountains move into the sea
The nations rage
I know my God is in control.
Lord of Hosts, You're with us
With us in the fire
With us as a shelter
With us in the storm
You will lead us
Through the fiercest battle
O, where else would we go
But with the Lord of Hosts?
Song History & Meaning
Composer / Hymnodist: Shane & Shane
When chaos surrounds us and the noise of the world grows loud, Psalm 46 reminds us of who holds the ultimate victory. God is not distant in our battles; He is the Lord of Hosts, actively breaking every weapon of fear and standing right beside us in the fire. As we sing these truth-filled lyrics, we are invited to lay down our anxieties and rest in His overwhelming presence. Take heart today, knowing that the Almighty One of Israel is fighting for you and holding you close in His peace.
📖 Related Scripture Passages:
- Psalm 46:1: “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.”
- Psalm 46:9: “He makes wars cease to the end of the earth. He breaks the bow, and cuts the spear apart. He burns the chariots in the fire.”
- Romans 8:31: “What then shall we say about these things? If God is for us, who can be against us?”