Psalms 4

NEW AMERICAN BIBLE	NEW AMERICAN BIBLE
1 For the leader; with stringed instruments. A psalm of David.	1 For the leader; with stringed instruments. A psalm of David.
2 Answer when I call, my saving God. In my troubles, you cleared a way; show me favor; hear my prayer.	2 Answer when I call, my saving God. In my troubles, you cleared a way; show me favor; hear my prayer.
3 How long will you people mock my honor, love what is worthless, chase after lies? Selah	3 How long will you people mock my honor, love what is worthless, chase after lies? Selah
4 Know that the LORD works wonders for the faithful; the LORD hears when I call out.	4 Know that the LORD works wonders for the faithful; the LORD hears when I call out.
5 Tremble and do not sin; upon your beds ponder in silence.	5 Tremble and do not sin; upon your beds ponder in silence.
6 Offer fitting sacrifice and trust in the LORD.	6 Offer fitting sacrifice and trust in the LORD.
7 Many say, "May we see better times! LORD, show us the light of your face!" Selah	7 Many say, "May we see better times! LORD, show us the light of your face!" Selah
8 But you have given my heart more joy than they have when grain and wine abound.	8 But you have given my heart more joy than they have when grain and wine abound.
9 In peace I shall both lie down and sleep, for you alone, LORD, make me secure.	9 In peace I shall both lie down and sleep, for you alone, LORD, make me secure.