Psalms 46:2

“Therefore will not we fear, etc.], The consideration of the Lord’s being the refuge, strength, and help of his people, in all times of trouble and distress, has a great influence on their faith and confidence, and makes them intrepid and fearless in the midst of the greatest dangers: nor indeed have they any reason to be afraid of men or devils, since the Lord is on their side; nor should they indulge a slavish fear on any account whatever; though the earth be removed; or “changed” f624, as to its position or fruitfulness; or whatever changes, vicissitudes, and revolutions may be in the kingdoms, nations, and among the inhabitants of the earth, through wars and desolations made thereby; and…”

“The most violent civil commotions are illustrated by the greatest physical commotions.”

“Therefore will not we fear - Our confidence in God shall be unshaken and abiding. Having Him for our refuge and strength Psalms 46:1, we can have nothing to fear. Compare Psalms 56:3. Though the earth be removed - literally, “in the changing of the earth;” that is, though the earth should be changed. This may either mean, Though the earth should change its place or its very structure in these convulsions; or, though it should perish altogether. Compare Psalms 102:26. The idea is, that they would not be afraid, though the convulsions then occurring in the world should be continued, and should be extended so far as to destroy the very earth itself. God would remain their friend and protector,…”

“Though - Though there should be nothing but confusion, and desolations round about us: which are often expressed by such metaphors. Psalms 46:4”

“will: Psa 23:4, Psa 27:3; Mat 8:24-26; Heb 13:6 though: Gen 7:11, Gen 7:12; Luk 21:9-11, Luk 21:25-28, Luk 21:33; Pe2 3:10-14 mountains: Mat 21:21 midst of the sea: Heb. heart of the seas Psalms 46:3”