Psalms 4
1 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 favour and hear my prayer.
[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.
2 How long, you proud people, will my honour be stained by the slanders you love, and the lies that you follow? (Selah)
You sons of man, how long will you shame my honor, love what is worthless, chase after a lie? (Selah)
3 See! The Lord has shown me his wonderful kindness: the Lord hears, when I call to him.
But know that the LORD works wonders for his godly one; the LORD will hear when I call to him.
4 Sin not in your anger: but speak in your heart on your bed, and be still. (Selah)
Be angry, but do not sin. Ponder in your heart, but be at rest on your bed. (Selah)
5 Offer true sacrifice, trust in the Lord.
Offer the sacrifices of righteousness, and put your trust in the LORD.
6 Many are longing for fortune to smile. Lift upon us the light of your face.
Many say, "Who will show us any good?" LORD, lift up the light of your face upon us.
7 You have put in my heart, Lord, a deeper joy than was theirs who had corn and wine in abundance.
You have put gladness in my heart, more than when their grain and wine and oil abound.
8 So in peace I will lie down and sleep; for you, Lord, keep me safe.
In peace I will both lay myself down and sleep, for you alone, LORD, make me live in safety.
