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Psalms4

Psalm 4 is a prayer of David seeking God's help and addressing those who oppose him. He asserts God's favor upon the godly and exhorts others to repent and trust in the Lord. David concludes by expressing profound peace and security found in God's presence, surpassing worldly prosperity.

A Plea for Righteous Vindication

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To him that excelleth on Neginoth. A Psalme of Dauid. Heare me when I call, O God of my righteousnes: thou hast set me at libertie, when I was in distresse: haue mercie vpon me and hearken vnto my prayer.
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O ye sonnes of men, howe long will yee turne my glory into shame, louing vanitie, and seeking lyes? Selah.

Admonition to the Ungodly

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For be ye sure that the Lord hath chosen to himselfe a godly man: the Lord will heare when I call vnto him.
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Tremble, and sinne not: examine your owne heart vpon your bed, and be still. Selah.
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Offer the sacrifices of righteousnes, and trust in the Lord.

The Joy of God's Countenance

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Many say, Who will shewe vs any good? but Lord, lift vp the light of thy countenance vpon vs.
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Thou hast giuen mee more ioye of heart, then they haue had, when their wheate and their wine did abound.

Rest in Divine Safety

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I will lay mee downe, and also sleepe in peace: for thou, Lord, onely makest me dwell in safetie.
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