December 7, 2008 Psalm 4

An Evening Prayer

"Answer me when I pray to you, my God who does what is right. Make things easier for me when I am in trouble. Have mercy on me and hear my prayer. People, how long will you turn my honor into shame? How long will you love what is false and look for new lies? You know that the Lord has chosen for himself those who are loyal to him. The Lord listens when I pray to him. When you are angry, do not sin. Think about these things quietly as you go to bed. Do what is right as a sacrifice to the Lord and trust the Lord. Many people ask, 'Who will give us anything good?' Lord, be kind to us. But you have made me very happy, happier than they are, even with all their grain and new wine. I go to bed and sleep in peace, because, Lord, only you keep me safe." -Psalm 4-

This is a song from David to the Lord, with stringed instruments. =)
David calls upon God and thanks Him. He cries out to God, saying that God has made him happy...happier than other people who have riches, because he has God's protection.

We, the people of God, believers, should always rejoice and be happy, even in distressing times...just like David. This is because we have the protection from God. We have God, who separates us from the ungodly, who watches over us, who is there for us, listening to our every word. No matter what goes on, we should be able to be happy, not solely emotionally, but mentally, physically, and spiritually. This means, no matter what, whether something good happens or bad happens, we should praise God and give the glory to Him. That doesn't mean we are not allowed to get angry, but we should know when to stop, and just because we are angry doesn't mean that we are allowed to sin.

oops...i guess I forgot to click on publish...=(