Psalms 46:4
There is a river whose streams delight the city of God,
What it says
There is a river whose streams gladden the city of God, the holy dwelling of the Most High.
What it is doing
This verse introduces the counter-image of life, joy, and ordered presence.
In context
1For the choirmaster. Of the sons of Korah. According to Alamoth. A song. 2Therefore we will not fear, 3though their waters roar and foam 4There is a river whose streams delight the city of God, 5God is within her; she will not be moved. 6Nations rage, kingdoms crumble; 7The LORD of Hosts is with us; 8Come, see the works of the LORD, 9He makes wars to cease throughout the earth; 10“Be still and know that I am God; 11The LORD of Hosts is with us;