Psalm 4
For the Chief Musician; on stringed instruments. A Psalm by David.
1 Answer me when I call,
God of my righteousness.
Give me relief from my distress.
Have mercy on 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.
3 But know
that the LORD
has set apart for
himself him who
is godly;
The LORD will hear
when I call to
him.
4 Stand in awe,
and don’t sin.
Search your own heart
on your bed, and
be still.
Selah.
5 Offer
the sacrifices of righteousness.
Put your trust in
the LORD.
6 Many say, “Who
will show us any good?”
LORD, let the light
of your face shine
on us.
7 You
have put gladness
in my heart,
more than when
their grain and
their new wine are
increased.
8 In peace
I will both lay
myself down
and sleep,
for you alone,
LORD, make me live
in safety.