#SaturdayScripture

Habakkuk 3:19 (Amplified Bible)

The Lord God is my strength [my source of courage, my invincible army];

He has made my feet [steady and sure] like hinds’ feet

And makes me walk [forward with spiritual confidence] on my high places [of challenge and responsibility].

Habakkuk 3:19 (The Voice)

The Eternal Lord is my strength!

He has made my feet like the feet of a deer;

He allows me to walk on high places.

Chabakuk 3:19 (Orthodox Jewish Bible)

Hashem Adonoi is my strength, and He will make my feet like the feet of a deer, and He will make me to walk upon mine high places.

Habakkuk 3:19 (New Living Translation)

The Sovereign Lord is my strength!

He makes me as surefooted as a deer,

able to tread upon the heights.

Habakkuk 3:19 (The Message)

Counting on God’s Rule to prevail,

I take heart and gain strength.

I run like a deer.

I feel like I’m king {or queen} of the mountain!

Comments

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