Psalm 4 is a prayer of David, seeking help and guidance from God in times of distress. David expresses his confidence in God's ability to hear and answer his prayers, while also warning against the pursuit of worldly treasures and the lies of false gods.
1{To the chief Musician on Neginoth, A Psalm of David.} Hear me when I call, O God of my righteousness: thou hast enlarged me when I was in distress; have mercy upon me, and hear my prayer.
2O ye sons of men, how long will ye turn my glory into shame? how long will ye love vanity, and seek after leasing? Selah.
3But know that the LORD hath set apart him that is godly for himself: the LORD will hear when I call unto him.
4Stand in awe, and sin not: commune with your own heart upon your bed, and be still. Selah.
Psalms 4:5 - Offer the sacrifices of righteousness, and put your trust in the LORD.
5Offer the sacrifices of righteousness, and put your trust in the LORD.
6There be many that say, Who will shew us any good? LORD, lift thou up the light of thy countenance upon us.
7Thou hast put gladness in my heart, more than in the time that their corn and their wine increased.
Psalms 4:8 - I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep: for thou, LORD, only makest me dwell in safety.
8I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep: for thou, LORD, only makest me dwell in safety.
