Feb 9, 2026

THE LORD HEARS MY PRAYER

Passage: bible.psalm 4:1-8

Key verse: 1

NIV

chapter 4

1. [For the director of music. With stringed instruments. A psalm of David.] Answer me when I call to you, my righteous God. Give me relief from my distress; have mercy on me and hear my prayer.

2. How long will you people turn my glory into shame? How long will you love delusions and seek false gods?

3. Know that the LORD has set apart his faithful servant for himself; the LORD hears when I call to him.

4. Tremble and do not sin; when you are on your beds, search your hearts and be silent.

5. Offer the sacrifices of the righteous and trust in the LORD.

6. Many, Lord, are asking, "Who will bring us prosperity?" Let the light of your face shine on us.

7. Fill my heart with joy when their grain and new wine abound.

8. In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, Lord, make me dwell in safety.

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In verse 1, David cries for God’s help and mercy in his distress. He is passionate as he prays. He relies on God’s righteousness, not his own. When we are in distress, we also can turn to God by crying out in prayer, relying on His mercy and trusting in Him alone. This is the prayer that God hears.
In verses 2-3, David admonishes those who spread lies about him and twisted God’s glory into something shameful. David united the kingdom of Israel, restored the ark, and worshiped God joyfully. But those who hated David and worshiped false idols slandered David. Even his own wife Michal dishonored him. But David affirmed that God honored him as his servant and God hears him.
When David laid down to sleep, he did not wish his enemies harm, nor did he let them rob him of peace. He trusted in God’s righteousness and believed that God would care for him. May we have this assurance and peace in our hearts when we are slandered.

Prayer: Father, thank you for hearing my prayers and having mercy on me. Please help me to trust in your righteousness and have peace.

One Word: The Lord hears my prayer for mercy

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