Fret not thyself because of evildoers, nor be thou envious against the workers of iniquity.
2 For they shall soon be cut down like the grass, and wither as the green herb.
3 Trust in the Lord, and do good; so shalt thou dwell in the land, and you shall be fed.
4 Delight thyself also in the Lord: and he shall give the desires of thine heart.
5 Commit thy way unto the Lord; trust also in him; and he shall bring it to pass.
6 He shall bring forth thy righteousness as the light and judgment as the noonday.
7 Rest in the Lord, and wait patiently for him: fret not thyself because of him who prospers in his way, because of the man who bringeth wicked devices to pass.
8 Cease from anger, and forsake wrath: fret not thyself in any wise to do evil.
9 For evildoers shall be cut off, but those that wait upon the Lord shall inherit the earth.
10 Yet, a little while and the wicked shall not be: yea, thou shalt diligently consider his place, and it shall not be.
11 But the meek shall inherit the earth; and delight themselves in the abundance of peace.
12 The wicked plot against the just and gnash upon him with his teeth.
13 The Lord shall laugh at him: for he seeth that his day is coming.
14 The wicked have drawn out the sword, and have bent their bow, to cast down the poor and needy, and to slay such as be of upright conversation.
15 Their sword shall enter their heart, and their bows shall be broken.
16 A little that a righteous man hath is better than the riches of many wicked.
17 For the arms of the wicked shall be broken: but the Lord upholds the righteous.
18 The Lord knoweth the days of the upright: and their inheritance shall be forever.
19 They shall not be ashamed in the evil time: and in the days of famine, they shall be satisfied.
20 But the wicked shall perish, and the enemies of the Lord shall be as the fat of lambs: they shall consume; into smoke shall they consume away.
21 The wicked borroweth, and payeth not again: but the righteous shows mercy and giveth.
22 For such as be blessed of him shall inherit the earth, and they that be cursed of him shall be cut off.
23 The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord, and he delights in his way.
24 Though he falls, he shall not be utterly cast down: for the Lord upholds him with his hand.
25 I have been young, and now am old; yet have I not seen the righteous forsaken, nor his seed begging bread.
26 He is ever merciful, and lendeth; his seed is blessed.
27 Depart from evil, and do good, and dwell for evermore.
28 For the Lord loveth judgment, and forsaketh not his saints; they are preserved forever: but the seed of the wicked shall be cut off.
29 The righteous shall inherit the land and dwell therein forever.
30 The mouth of the righteous speaketh wisdom, and his tongue talketh of judgment.
31 The law of his God is in his heart; none of his steps shall slide.
32 The wicked watcheth the righteous, and seeketh to slay him.
33 The Lord will not leave him in his hand nor condemn him when judged.
34 Wait on the Lord, and keep his way, and he shall exalt thee to inherit the land: when the wicked are cut off, thou shalt see it.
35 I have seen the wicked in great power and spreading himself like a green bay tree.
36 Yet he passed away, and, lo, he was not: yea, I sought him, but he could not be found.
37 Mark the perfect man, and behold the upright: for the end of that man is peace.
38 But the transgressors shall be destroyed together: the end of the wicked shall be cut off.
39 But the salvation of the righteous is of the Lord: he is their strength in the time of trouble.
40 And the Lord shall help and deliver them: he shall deliver them from the wicked, and save them because they trust in him.
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Trusting God in an Unfair World
"Trust in the Lord, and do good; so shalt thou dwell in the land, and verily thou shalt be fed. Delight thyself also in the Lord: and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart. Commit thy way unto the Lord; trust also in him; and he shall bring it to pass." Psalm 37:3-5
Have you ever scrolled through social media, watching others flaunt their success while you struggle to stay afloat? It’s easy to feel discouraged when people who don’t honor God seem to thrive while you wrestle with setbacks. Psalm 37 speaks directly to this frustration, reminding us that God sees, knows, and ultimately rewards those who trust Him.
The Principle: Trust, Delight, Commit
Psalm 37 provides a clear roadmap for believers stuck in the tension between what they see and believe.
- Trust in the Lord and do good – This isn’t passive waiting; it’s an active reliance on God’s character while continuing to walk in obedience.
- Delight yourself in the Lord – When God becomes your greatest joy, your desires align with His will.
- Commit your way to the Lord – Surrender your plans, knowing that God’s way is higher and better than yours.
The reward? God will establish your steps and bring His purposes to pass.
The Promise: The Righteous Will Inherit the Land
Psalm 37 repeatedly emphasizes that those who trust God will inherit the land (v. 9, 11, 22, 29, 34). In the Old Testament, this meant the physical Promised Land. In the New Testament, Jesus echoes this promise in Matthew 5:5, saying, “Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.” The principle remains: God provides and establishes those faithful to Him.
The Blessing: Peace and Provision
In verse 25, David reflects on his own life and declares, “I have been young, and now am old; yet have I not seen the righteous forsaken, nor his seed begging bread.” This is a testimony of divine provision. God never abandons His people; those who follow Him will experience His faithfulness firsthand.
Jesus reinforces this in Matthew 6:33: “But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.” If we prioritize God’s way, He ensures our needs are met.
The Curse: The Wicked Will Fade Away
Psalm 37 doesn’t shy away from the reality of judgment. The wicked may seem to prosper momentarily, but their success is fleeting. Verse 10 reminds us, “For yet a little while, and the wicked shall not be.” Their actions lead to destruction: “Their sword shall enter into their own heart” (v. 15).
Galatians 6:7 affirms this principle in the New Testament: “Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap.” Those who choose wickedness will ultimately reap its consequences.
Choose Trust Over Envy
So, what will you do? Will you waste energy comparing yourself to those who take shortcuts, or will you plant your trust in God?
Here’s a challenge:
So, what will you do? Will you waste energy comparing yourself to those who take shortcuts, or will you plant your trust in God?
Here’s a challenge:
- Refocus your heart – Stop scrolling in frustration and start soaking in God’s Word. Meditate on Psalm 37 this week.
- Pray for realignment – Ask God to help you trust Him fully and delight in His will for your life.
- Take a bold step of faith. Whether it’s tithing, serving, or taking a God-given opportunity, commit your life to Him.
Hold onto God’s promises. Trust Him beyond what you see. The best is yet to come.
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