Psalms 4
1 For the Chief Musician; on stringed instruments. A Psalm by David. Answer me when I call, God of my righteousness. Give me relief from my distress. Have mercy on 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 men, how long shall my glory be turned into dishonor? Will you love vanity and seek after falsehood? (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 Yahweh has set apart for himself him who is godly; Yahweh 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 Stand in awe, and don’t sin. Search your own heart on your bed, and be still. (Selah)
Be in awe, do not sin. When you rest, reflect on this, and keep quiet! (Selah)
5 Offer the sacrifices of righteousness. Put your trust in Yahweh.
Offer sacrifices with the right attitude. Trust in the Lord.
6 Many say, “Who will show us any good?” Yahweh, let the light of your face shine on 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 their new wine are increased.
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 alone, Yahweh, make me live in safety.
I will lie down in peace and sleep, for you, Lord, alone keep me safe.
