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Psalms 4

1 When I call, give me answers. God, take my side! Once, in a tight place, you gave me room; Now I'm in trouble again: grace me! hear me!

1 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 You rabble - how long do I put up with your scorn? How long will you lust after lies? How long will you live crazed by illusion?

2 How long will you people turn my glory into shame? How long will you love delusions and seek false gods

3 Look at this: look Who got picked by God! He listens the split second I call to him.

3 Know that the LORD has set apart his faithful servant for himself; the LORD hears when I call to him.

4 Complain if you must, but don't lash out. Keep your mouth shut, and let your heart do the talking.

4 Tremble and do not sin; when you are on your beds, search your hearts and be silent.

5 Build your case before God and wait for his verdict.

5 Offer the sacrifices of the righteous and trust in the LORD.

6 Why is everyone hungry for more? "More, more," they say. "More, more." I have God's more-than-enough,

6 Many, LORD, are asking, “Who will bring us prosperity?” Let the light of your face shine on us.

7 More joy in one ordinary day Than they get in all their shopping sprees.

7 Fill my heart with joy when their grain and new wine abound.

8 At day's end I'm ready for sound sleep, For you, God, have put my life back together.

8 In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, LORD, make me dwell in safety.