Psalms 4
1 [For the Chief Musician; on stringed instruments. A Psalm by David.] Answer me when I call, God of my righteousness. You set me free in my distress. Be gracious to me and hear my prayer.
For the music director. A psalm of David, to be accompanied by string instruments. When I call, please answer me, God who vindicates me. When I was hemmed in by troubles, you gave me a way out. Be gracious to me and hear my prayer.
2 You sons of man, how long will you shame my honor, love what is worthless, chase after a lie? (Selah)
How long will you people ruin my reputation? How long will you love what is worthless and tell lies? (Selah)
3 But know that Jehovah works wonders for his godly one; Jehovah will hear when I call to him.
You should realize that the Lord shows special favor to the faithful. The Lord listens when I call to him.
4 Be angry, but do not sin. Ponder in your heart, but be at rest on your bed. (Selah)
Be in awe, do not sin. When you rest, reflect on this, and keep quiet! (Selah)
5 Offer the sacrifices of righteousness, and put your trust in Jehovah.
Offer sacrifices with the right attitude. Trust in the Lord.
6 Many say, "Who will show us any good?" Jehovah, lift up the light of your face upon us.
Many say, “Who is going to show us some good?” Lord, may your face shine upon us.
7 You have put gladness in my heart, more than when their grain and wine and oil abound.
The happiness you give me is better than those who have a plentiful harvest of grain and new wine.
8 In peace I will both lay myself down and sleep, for you, Jehovah alone, make me live in safety.
I will lie down in peace and sleep, for you, Lord, alone keep me safe.
