Psalm 4 - Evangelical Heritage Version - 2021（EHV）

My Righteous God, Give Me ReliefFor the choir director. With stringed instruments. A psalm by David.A Prayer to God

1My righteous God, answer me when I call.

When I was under pressure, you gave me relief.

Be merciful to me and hear my prayer.

A Rebuke to Enemies

2You people, how long will you turn my glory into shame?

How long will you love empty delusions?

How long will you pursue lies? Interlude

3Know this: The Lord has set apart

his favored one for himself.

The Lord will hear when I call to him.

Advice to David's Friends

4You may be upset, but do not sin.

When you are on your beds,

speak to your heart, but remain silent. Interlude

5Offer righteous sacrifices,

and trust in the Lord.

6Many are saying, “Who can show us any good?”

Shine the light of your face on us, O Lord.

Closing Prayer

7You have placed joy in my heart greater than the joy

when grain and new wine are plentiful.

8In complete peace I will lie down, and I will sleep,

for you alone, O Lord, make me dwell in safety.