Psalms 4
1 For the choirmaster. With stringed instruments. A Psalm of David. Answer me when I call, O God of my righteousness! You have relieved my distress; show me grace and hear my prayer.
For the leader, with stringed instruments. A psalm of David. Answer my cry, God, my defender. Often from straits you have brought me to spacious places. So now show me your favor and hear my prayer.
2 How long, O men, will my honor be maligned? How long will you love vanity and seek after lies?
How long, you proud people, will my honor be stained by the slanders you love, and the lies that you follow? (Selah)
3 Know that the LORD has set apart the godly for Himself; the LORD hears when I call to Him.
See! The Lord has shown me his wonderful kindness: the Lord hears, when I call to him.
4 Be angry, yet do not sin; on your bed, search your heart and be still.
Sin not in your anger: but speak in your heart on your bed, and be still. (Selah)
5 Offer the sacrifices of the righteous and trust in the LORD.
Offer true sacrifice, trust in the Lord.
6 Many ask, “Who can show us the good?” Shine the light of Your face upon us, O LORD.
Many are longing for fortune to smile. Lift upon us the light of your face.
7 You have filled my heart with more joy than when grain and new wine abound.
You have put in my heart, Lord, a deeper joy than was theirs who had corn and wine in abundance.
8 I will lie down and sleep in peace, for You alone, O LORD, make me dwell in safety.
So in peace I will lie down and sleep; for you, Lord, keep me safe.
