Psalm 4

 Ps.4

Tune: Penitence  "In the Hour of Trial" 11.11.11.11.

 Adapted from The Psalter, 1912

    

1 Answer when I call, O God who justifies.

   In my stress you freed me; Hear in grace my cries.

2 Sons of men, how long will you my glory shame?

   Will you love what's worthless? Will lies be your aim?

3 On the good and faithful God has set His love;

   when they call He sends them blessings from above.

4 Stand in awe, and sin not. Bid your heart be still;

   thro’ the silent watches think upon His will.

5 Lay upon God’s altar good and loving deeds,

   and in all things trust Him to supply your needs.

6 Anxious and despairing, many walk in night;

   but to those that fear Him God will send His light.

7 In God’s love abiding, I have joy and peace

   more than all the wicked, tho’ their wealth increase.

8 In His care confiding, I will sweetly sleep,

   for, O Lord, You only will in safety keep.