Psalms 3; Psalms 4

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1 Lord, how my foes increase! There are many who attack me.

2 Many say about me, "There is no help for him in God." Selah

3 But You, Lord, are a shield around me, my glory, and the One who lifts up my head.

4 I cry aloud to the Lord, and He answers me from His holy mountain. Selah

5 I lie down and sleep; I wake again because the Lord sustains me.

6 I am not afraid of the thousands of people who have taken their stand against me on every side.

7 Rise up, Lord! Save me, my God! You strike all my enemies on the cheek; You break the teeth of the wicked.

8 Salvation belongs to the Lord; may Your blessing be on Your people. Selah

1 Answer me when I call, God, who vindicates me. You freed me from affliction; be gracious to 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

3 Know that the Lord has set apart the faithful for Himself; the Lord will hear when I call to Him.

4 Be angry and do not sin; on your bed, reflect in your heart and be still. Selah

5 Offer sacrifices in righteousness and trust in the Lord.

6 Many are saying, "Who can show us anything good?" Look on us with favor, Lord.

7 You have put more joy in my heart than they have 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.