Psalms 4

PSALM 4

Evening Prayer of Trust in God.

For the choir director; on stringed instruments. A Psalm of David.

1Answer me when I call, O God of my righteousness!

You have relieved me in my distress;

Be gracious to me and hear my prayer.

2O sons of men, how long will my honor become a reproach?

How long will you love what is worthless and aim at deception? Selah.

3But know that the Lord has set apart the godly man for Himself;

The Lord hears when I call to Him.

4Tremble, and do not sin;

Meditate in your heart upon your bed, and be still. Selah.

5Offer the sacrifices of righteousness,

And trust in the Lord .

6Many are saying, “Who will show us any good?”

Lift up the light of Your countenance upon us, O Lord !

7You have put gladness in my heart,

More than when their grain and new wine abound.

8In peace I will both lie down and sleep,

For You alone, O Lord , make me to dwell in safety.

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