Saturday, July 4, 2009

4th Day Morning - Psalm 4

Psalm 4   Cum invocarem

 

1            Answer me when I call, O God, defender of my cause; *

        you set me free when I am hard‑pressed;

        have mercy on me and hear my prayer.

2             “You mortals, how long will you dishonor my glory; *

        how long will you worship dumb idols

        and run after false gods?”

 

3            Know that the Lord does wonders for the faithful; *

        when I call upon the Lord, he will hear me.

 

4             Tremble, then, and do not sin; *

        speak to your heart in silence upon your bed.

 

5            Offer the appointed sacrifices *

        and put your trust in the Lord.

 

6            Many are saying, “Oh, that we might see better times!” *

        Lift up the light of your countenance upon us, O Lord.

 

7            You have put gladness in my heart, *

        more than when grain and wine and oil increase.

 

8            I lie down in peace; at once I fall asleep; *

        for only you, Lord, make me dwell in safety.

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