Holman Christian Standard Bible CSB
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1 Answer me when I call, God, who vindicates me. You freed me from affliction; be gracious to me and hear my prayer.
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Answer me when I call to you, my righteous God. Give me relief from my distress; have mercy on me and hear my prayer.
2 How long, exalted men, will my honor be insulted? [How long] will you love what is worthless and pursue a lie? Selah
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How long will you people turn my glory into shame? How long will you love delusions and seek false gods
3 Know that the Lord has set apart the faithful for Himself; the Lord will hear when I call to Him.
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Know that the LORD has set apart his faithful servant for himself; the LORD hears when I call to him.
4 Be angry and do not sin; on your bed, reflect in your heart and be still. Selah
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Tremble and do not sin; when you are on your beds, search your hearts and be silent.
5 Offer sacrifices in righteousness and trust in the Lord.
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Offer the sacrifices of the righteous and trust in the LORD.
6 Many are saying, "Who can show us anything good?" Look on us with favor, Lord.
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Many, LORD, are asking, “Who will bring us prosperity?” Let the light of your face shine on us.
7 You have put more joy in my heart than they have when their grain and new wine abound.
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Fill my heart with joy 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.
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In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, LORD, make me dwell in safety.
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