Psalm 4 (NKJV)
1 Hear me when I
call, O God of my righteousness! You have relieved me in my distress; Have
mercy on me, and hear my prayer.
2 How long, O you
sons of men, Will you turn my glory to shame? How long will you love
worthlessness and seek falsehood? Selah
3 But know that the
LORD has set apart for Himself him who is godly; The LORD will hear when I call
to Him.
4 Be angry, and do not
sin. Meditate within your heart on your bed, and be still. Selah
5 Offer the
sacrifices of righteousness, and put your trust in the LORD.
6 There are many who
say, "Who will show us any good?" LORD, lift up the light of Your
countenance upon us.
7 You have put
gladness in my heart, More than in the season that their grain and wine
increased.
8 I will both lie
down in peace, and sleep; For You alone, O LORD, make me dwell in safety.
When we call upon God, we do so on the basis of His
righteousness. He is merciful and hears our prayers when we trust in Him. God
sets apart for His use those who seek to live godly lives. The world looks in
vain to find good because they love things without eternal value and are led by
lies. God alone is good. He lifts up His
light upon those who are His own; He puts gladness in our hearts and makes us
dwell in safety.
Meditate within your heart on God’s goodness and
righteousness; your soul will find peace.