Psalm 4 | English Standard Version New International Reader’s Version

Psalm 4 | English Standard Version

Answer Me When I Call

1 To the choirmaster: with stringed instruments. A Psalm of David. 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,* how long shall my honor be turned into shame? How long will you love vain words and seek after lies? 3 But know that the Lord has set apart the godly for himself; the Lord hears when I call to him. 4 Be angry,* and do not sin; ponder in your own hearts on your beds, and be silent. 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.

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New International Reader’s Version

For the director of music. A psalm of David to be played on stringed instruments.

1 My faithful God, answer me when I call out to you. Give me rest from my trouble. Have mercy on me. Hear my prayer. 2 How long will you people turn my glory into shame? How long will you love what will certainly fail you? How long will you pray to statues of gods? 3 Remember that the LORD has set apart his faithful servant for himself. The LORD hears me when I call out to him. 4 Tremble and do not sin. When you are in bed, look deep down inside yourself and be silent. 5 Offer to the LORD the sacrifices that godly people offer. Trust in him. 6 LORD, many are asking, ‘Who will make us successful?’ LORD, may you do good things for us. 7 Fill my heart with joy when the people have lots of corn and fresh wine. 8 In peace I will lie down and sleep. LORD, you alone keep me safe.