1 A nswer 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.

Answer me when I call, O God of my righteousness! You have relieved me in my distress; Be gracious to me and hear my prayer.

2 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?

O sons of men, how long will my honor become a reproach? How long will you love what is worthless and aim at deception? Selah.

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

But know that the Lord has set apart the godly man for Himself; The Lord hears when I call to Him.

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

Tremble, and do not sin; Meditate in your heart upon your bed, and be still. Selah.

5 G ive the gifts that are right and good, and trust in the Lord.

Offer the sacrifices of righteousness, And trust in the Lord.

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

Many are saying, “ Who will show us any good?” Lift up the light of Your countenance upon us, O Lord!

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

You have put gladness in my heart, More than when their grain and new wine abound.

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

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