Psalms 94:22 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

But the LORD is my defence; and my God is the rock of my refuge.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

But the LORD is my protection; and my God is the solid rock where I find safety.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The writer is declaring that God is both his defender and his unshakeable safe place during difficult times.

📚 Historical Context

This psalm was written during a time when God's people were facing oppression from wicked rulers and experiencing injustice. The psalmist had been describing the arrogance of evildoers and questioning how long God would allow such suffering to continue. In this verse, he shifts from complaint to confident trust in God's protection.

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