Psalm 4

Answer Me When I Call

To the choirmaster: with stringed instruments. A Psalm of David.

1  Answer me when I call, O God of my righteousness!
You have given me relief when I was in distress.
Be gracious to me and hear my prayer!

2  O men,t how long shall my honor be turned into shame?
How long will you love vain words and seek after lies? Selah
3  But know that the Lord has set apart the godly for himself;
the Lord hears when I call to him.

4  Be angry,t and do not sin;
ponder in your own hearts on your beds, and be silent. Selah
5  Offer right sacrifices,
and put your trust in the Lord.

6  There are many who say, "Who will show us some good?
Lift up the light of your face upon us, O Lord!"
7  You have put more joy in my heart
than they have when their grain and wine abound.

8  In peace I will both lie down and sleep;
for you alone, O Lord, make me dwell in safety.

Psalms 4

An evening prayer

1 You are my God and protector.
Please answer my prayer.
I was in terrible distress,
but you set me free.
Now have pity and listen
as I pray.

2 How long will you people
refuse to respect me?t
You love foolish things,
and you run after
what is worthless.t

3 The Lord has chosen
everyone who is faithful
to be his very own,t
and he answers my prayers.

4 But each of yout
had better tremble
and turn from your sins.
Silently search your heart
as you lie in bed.

5 Offer the proper sacrifices
and trust the Lord.

6 There are some who ask,
“Who will be good to us?”
Let your kindness, Lord,
shine brightly on us.

7 You brought me more happiness
than a rich harvest
of grain and grapes.

8 I can lie down
and sleep soundly
because you, Lord,
will keep me safe.