Psalm 4
A NIGHT PRAYER
For the choir director: with stringed instruments. A psalm of David.
1 Answer me when I call,
God, who vindicates me.,h
You freed me from affliction;
be gracious to me and hear my prayer.
2 How long, exalted ones, will my honor be insulted?
How long will you love what is worthless
and pursue a lie?
Selah
3 Know that the LORD has set apart
the faithful for himself;
the LORD will hear when I call to him.
4 Be angry and do not sin;
on your bed, reflect in your heart and be still.
Selah
5 Offer sacrifices in righteousness,n
and trust in the LORD.
6 Many are asking, “Who can show us anything good?”
Let the light of your face shine on us, LORD.
7 You have put more joy in my heart
than they have when their grain and new wine abound.
8 I will both lie down and sleep in peace,
for you alone, LORD, make me live in safety.
