Psalms 4:6 - Exposition

There be many that say, Who will show us any good? Pessimists are numerous in all ages. Among David's adherents in his times of distress ( Psalms 4:1 ) would be many who doubted and desponded, anticipating nothing but continued suffering and misfortune. Theft would ask the question of the text. Or the scope may be wider. Men are always seeking for good, but not knowing what their true good is. David points it out to them. It is to have the light of God's countenance shining on them. Lord, lift thou up, etc.; compare the form of Levitical benediction ( Numbers 6:24-26 ), and see also Psalms 31:15 ; Psalms 80:3 , Psalms 80:7 , Psalms 80:19 . If we bask in the sunshine of God's favour, there is nothing more needed for happiness.