Psalm 4/Speech Act/Summary

Speaker		Verses		Macro Speech Acts				Addressee
David		v. 1 For the director. With stringed instruments. A psalm. By David.		Superscription (v. 1)				YHWH
		v. 2 When I called out, the God who makes things right for me answered me. In the distress, you granted me relief. He was merciful to me and heard my prayer.		Recounting (v. 2)
				YHWH, you answered me and gave relief!
		v. 3 Mortal humans, how long [will you be] heavy-hearted? Why would you love what is worthless, seek what is false? Selah.		Rebuke (v. 3)				People
				How long will you people stubbornly worship false gods?
		v. 4 But know that YHWH has set apart one who is loyal to him. YHWH hears when I call out to him.		Exhortation (vv. 4–6)
		v. 5 Tremble and do not sin! Think to yourselves on your beds and be silent! Selah.		Repent and trust in YHWH!
		v. 6 Sacrifice right sacrifices and trust in YHWH!			Supporting statement (v. 4) See how YHWH blesses those who trust in him!
		v. 7 Many are saying, "Who shows us good? Lift up the light of your face as a banner over us, YHWH!"		Celebration (vv. 7-9)				YHWH
		v. 8 You have put joy in my heart since the time their grain and their new wine multiplied.		Others are looking for a god to bless them. YHWH, you have blessed us and made us an example to others!
		v. 9 In peace, I can both lie down and fall asleep, because you alone, YHWH, make me dwell securely.