Answer me when I call, O God of my righteousness; Thou hast set me at large when I was in distress: Have mercy upon me, and hear my prayer.
O ye sons of men, how long shall my glory be turned into dishonor? How long will ye love vanity, and seek after falsehood? Selah
But know that Jehovah hath set apart for himself him that is godly: Jehovah will hear when I call unto him.
Stand in awe, and sin not: Commune with your own heart upon your bed, and be still. Selah
Offer the sacrifices of righteousness, And put your trust in Jehovah.
Many there are that say, Who will show us any good? Jehovah, lift thou up the light of thy countenance upon us.
Thou hast put gladness in my heart, More than they have when their grain and their new wine are increased.
In peace will I both lay me down and sleep; For thou, Jehovah, alone makest me dwell in safety.
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Evening psalm: David pleads for mercy, urges sinners to trust God, and lies down in peace with joy deeper than grain and wine.
Personal laments and praises expressing trust in God.
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