Sleep in the Middle of Danger

Verses 1–2 · many foes and mocking voices

1. ^{verse 1}O LORD, how my foes have increased! How many rise up against me!
2. ^{verse 2}Many say of me, “God will not deliver him.” Selah

Verses 3–8 · rest and courage in God

1. ^{verse 3}But You, O LORD, are a shield around me, my glory, and the One who lifts my head.
2. ^{verse 4}To the LORD I cry aloud, and He answers me from His holy mountain. Selah
3. ^{verse 5}I lie down and sleep; I wake again, for the LORD sustains me.
4. ^{verse 6}I will not fear the myriads set against me on every side.
5. ^{verse 7}Arise, O LORD! Save me, O my God! Strike all my enemies on the jaw; break the teeth of the wicked.
6. ^{verse 8}Salvation belongs to the LORD; may Your blessing be on Your people. Selah