Psalms
Summary
Psalm 4 is an evening prayer of trust and confidence in God, often paired with the morning prayer of Psalm 3. David calls out in distress, pleading for God's mercy and an answer to his prayer. He rebukes those who turn his glory into shame and seek after lies, reminding them that the LORD has set apart the godly for Himself. He urges others to "stand in awe and sin not," and to trust in the LORD. Even as David lies down to sleep, he finds more joy in God than others find in their harvest, declaring that only the LORD makes him dwell in safety.
Answer me when I call, O God of my righteousness! You gave me relief when I was in distress; have mercy on me and hear my prayer.
O sons of men, how long will you turn my glory into shame? How long will you love vanity and seek after lies? Selah.
But know that the LORD has set apart the godly for himself; the LORD will hear when I call to him.
Stand in awe and do not sin; commune with your own heart upon your bed and be still. Selah.
Offer the sacrifices of righteousness, and put your trust in the LORD.
There are many who say, "Who will show us any good?" LORD, lift up the light of your countenance upon us.
You have put more joy in my heart than they have when their grain and wine abound.
I will both lie down in peace and sleep; for you alone, O LORD, make me dwell in safety.