Psalms 4
1 In parts according to verses. A Psalm of David. When I called upon him, the God of my justice heeded me. In tribulation, you have enlarged me. Have mercy on me, and heed 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 Sons of men, how long will you be dull in heart, so that whatever you love is in vain, and whatever you seek is false? (Pause)
How long, you proud people, will my honor be stained by the slanders you love, and the lies that you follow? (Selah)
3 And know this: the Lord has made wondrous his holy one. The Lord will heed me when I cry out to him.
See! The Lord has shown me his wonderful kindness: the Lord hears, when I call to him.
4 Be angry, and do not be willing to sin. The things that you say in your hearts: be sorry for them on your beds. (Pause)
Sin not in your anger: but speak in your heart on your bed, and be still. (Selah)
5 Offer the sacrifice of justice, and hope in the Lord. Many say, “Who reveals to us what is good?”
Offer true sacrifice, trust in the Lord.
6 The light of your countenance, Lord, has been sealed upon us. You have given joy to my heart.
Many are longing for fortune to smile. Lift upon us the light of your face.
7 By the fruit of their grain, wine, and oil, they have been multiplied.
You have put in my heart, Lord, a deeper joy than was theirs who had corn and wine in abundance.
8 In peace itself, I will sleep and I will rest. For you, O Lord, have established me singularly in hope.
So in peace I will lie down and sleep; for you, Lord, keep me safe.
