1 H ear me when I call, O God of my righteousness! You have relieved me in my distress; Have mercy on me, and hear my prayer.

Answer me when I call, O my God Who is right and good! You have made a way for me when I needed help. Be kind to me, and hear my prayer.

2 H ow long, O you sons of men, Will you turn my glory to shame? How long will you love worthlessness And seek falsehood? Selah

O sons of men, how long will you turn my honor into shame? How long will you love what is of no use, and run after lies?

3 B ut know that the Lord has set apart for Himself him who is godly; The Lord will hear when I call to Him.

Know that the Lord has set apart him who is God-like for Himself. The Lord hears when I call to Him.

4 B e angry, and do not sin. Meditate within your heart on your bed, and be still. Selah

Shake with anger and do not sin. When you are on your bed, look into your hearts and be quiet.

5 O ffer the sacrifices of righteousness, And put your trust in the Lord.

Give the gifts that are right and good, and trust in the Lord.

6 T here are many who say, “Who will show us any good?” Lord, lift up the light of Your countenance upon us.

Many are asking, “Who will show us any good?” Let the light of Your face shine on us, O Lord.

7 Y ou have put gladness in my heart, More than in the season that their grain and wine increased.

You have filled my heart with more happiness than they have when there is much grain and wine.

8 I will both lie down in peace, and sleep; For You alone, O Lord, make me dwell in safety.

I will lie down and sleep in peace. O Lord, You alone keep me safe.