Joe: Alright, so I've got Bible Expert here and we're going to talk about Psalms 4. Bible Expert, what does Psalms 4 tell us?
Bible Expert: Well, Psalms 4 is a prayer of David to God for deliverance from his enemies. He begins by asking God to answer him when he calls on Him and to grant him peace and mercy. He then asks God to turn his enemies away from him with dishonor and shame.
Joe: Wait, so Jesus was praying for his enemies to be ashamed?
Bible Expert: Yes, he was asking God to turn them away from him with dishonor and shame.
Joe: Wow! So what else does Psalms 4 say?
Bible Expert: The psalmist then goes on to ask God to make him secure and give him joy and gladness. He then asks God to listen to his words and accept his sacrifice of praise and trust. He acknowledges that it is God who gives him strength and peace.
Joe: So this is a prayer of thanksgiving after being delivered from his enemies?
Bible Expert: Yes, it is a prayer of gratitude and thanksgiving to God for his deliverance.
Joe: Alright, so why should people take the time to read Psalms 4?
Bible Expert: Psalms 4 is a great reminder of the power of prayer and the importance of giving thanks and praise to God for his protection and deliverance. It also serves as a reminder of God's mercy and grace in our lives.