4:1 ANSWER ME when I call, O God of my righteousness (uprightness, justice, and right standing with You)! You have freed me when I was hemmed in {and} enlarged me when I was in distress; have mercy upon me and hear my prayer. |
4:2 O you sons of men, how long will you turn my honor {and} glory into shame? How long will you love vanity {and} futility {and} seek after lies? Selah [pause, and calmly think of that]! |
4:3 But know that the Lord has set apart for Himself [and given distinction to] him who is godly [the man of loving-kindness]. The Lord listens {and} heeds when I call to Him. |
4:4 Be angry [or stand in awe] and sin not; commune with your own hearts upon your beds and be silent (sorry for the things you say in your hearts). Selah [pause, and calmly think of that]! |
4:5 Offer just {and} right sacrifices; trust (lean on and be confident) in the Lord. |
4:6 Many say, Oh, that we might see some good! Lift up the light of Your countenance upon us, O Lord. |
4:7 You have put more joy {and} rejoicing in my heart than [they know] when their wheat and new wine have yielded abundantly. |
4:8 In peace I will both lie down and sleep, for You, Lord, alone make me dwell in safety {and} confident trust. |