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.
God, answer me when I pray to you. You are the one who vindicates me; Rescue me from things that distress me. Act mercifully toward me, and listen to me while I pray.
2 You sons of men, how long shall my glory be turned into dishonour? Will you love vanity and seek after falsehood? (Selah)
How long will you people cause me to be disgraced instead of honoring me [RHQ]? You [people] love to falsely accuse me.
3 But know that the LORD has set apart for himself him who is godly; The LORD will hear when I call to him.
All those who are loyal to Yahweh, he has chosen them to belong to him. Yahweh listens to me when I pray to him.
4 Stand in awe, and don’t sin. Search your own heart on your bed, and be still. (Selah)
When you people get angry, do not [allow your anger to control you and cause you to] sin. While you lie on your bed, silently examine what you are thinking.
5 Offer the sacrifices of righteousness. Put your trust in the LORD.
Also, offer to Yahweh the proper sacrifices, and continue trusting in him.
6 Many say, “Who will show us any good?” LORD, let the light of your face shine on us.
Some people ask, “Who will allow good things to happen to us?” [But I say], “Yahweh, continue to act kindly toward us.
7 You have put gladness in my heart, more than when their grain and their new wine are increased.
You have made me very happy; I am happier than people who have harvested a great amount of grain and grapes.
8 In peace I will both lay myself down and sleep, for you alone, LORD, make me live in safety.
I can lie down [at night] and sleep soundly because [I know that] you, Yahweh, will keep me safe.”
