Psalm 4

Another of David's psalms. Instead of physical danger, David seems to be concerned with important men who are disrespecting him. They turn his glory into shame. They love delusions. They seek false gods. Whatever the story, David goes from full of distress in verse to sleeping in peace in verse 8. Boice claims that as he prays, David is comforted while being reminded that God will hear him and answer his request. David is set apart by God. And while I disagree with Boice's interpretation of election in this case, it is clear that God has His eye on the king.

David's advice is to turn from those delusions and look to the true God. Be silent before Him. Offer Him right sacrifices and trust in Him.

David asserts that there is good, even when it seems to be hidden from everyone else. David apparently sees that good -- his heart is filled with great joy. Perhaps it comes from remembering that special relationship with God in this psalm. Something has certainly reassured David in Psalm 4.