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"Psalm 4 (Answer Me)" by Red Letter Society ft. Jordan West: A Cry Turned Into Worship


Red Letter Society featuring Jordan West - Psalm 4 (Answer Me)

Ever felt like God's far away, not listening, while you're drowning in shame or lies? That's what this next installment in Red Letter Society and Jordan West's Psalms project is about. This song captures the desperate cry of Psalm 4 as the psalmist pleads for God to just give him an answer. Can you imagine the pain and loneliness that is felt when life is heavy and your name is under attack? The psalmist shows us that instead of staying stuck in despair, it is better and more constructive to move on to trust. 

The lyrics don't shy away from the real struggle that we are often experiencing: "Evil, how long will you cast shame…" Our seemingly endless struggle with shame! It's a cry we've most likely all felt, and that struggle seems to come back time and time again. However, even in that time of shame, we still have a choice to turn the situation into silence, reflection, and sacrifice. The bridge reminds us that when doubt creeps in, God meets us there: "When I wondered if you are good you pierced the dark where I stood You've always given joy to me." And when this struggle is over? Peace wins. "In peace I lie and sleep secure, You alone, O Lord, will ensure That I will dwell within Your care, that you hear my prayer." 

Psalm 4 brings so much comfort to anyone who is looking for hope in the middle of the chaos that they are facing. May this song remind you that God always hears your cries, even the quiet ones.

(Related scripture: Psalm 4:1‑6; Psalm 30:5; Psalm 27:1)

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