Keep company with God, get in on the best. 6 He will bring forth your righteousness as the light, \\<<[A Psalm] of David>>\\. Fret not yourself because of evildoers; be not envious of wrongdoers!2 For they will soon fade like the grass and wither like the green herb.3 Trust in the Lord, and do good; dwell in the land and befriend faithfulness. 20God-despisers have had it;Gods enemies are finishedStripped bare like vineyards at harvest time,vanished like smoke in thin air. Live this way and you've got it made, but bad eggs will be tossed out. 2. p. 219. Get the BEST VALUE in digital Bible study as you prepare for Easter. It is not trusting God, but tempting him, if we do not make conscience of our duty to him. (F)4Take delight(G) in the Lord,and he will give you the desires of your heart.(H). "Commit thy way unto the Lord." 4 Take delight in the Lord, Salem Media Group. What is the desire of the heart of a good man? Sign up now for the latest news and deals from Bible Gateway! You may unsubscribe from Bible Gateways emails at any time. Those that rest on the Rock of ages, have no reason to envy the wicked the support of their broken reeds. 4 Keep company with God, get in on the best. 24If he stumbles, he's not down for long; God has a grip on his hand. Retail: $49.99. Down-to-earth people will move in and take over. youll stare at his once famous place andnothing! (BB)29The righteous will inherit the land(BC)and dwell in it forever. The Message Devotional Bible: featuring notes & reflections from Eugene H. Peterson - eBook, The Message Bible, Dusty Rose Floral Large Print Leather-Look, The Message Thinline, Large Print (LeatherLike, Desert Night Black), LeatherLike, Desert Night Black, The Message Bible, Compact Soft leather-look, tan, The Message Canvas Bible: Coloring and Journaling the Story of God, Leather-Look, Gold Leaf. 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YouVersion uses cookies to personalize your experience. 3Get insurance with God and do a good deed, settle down and stick to your last. 2 In no time they'll shrivel like grass clippings and wilt like cut flowers in the sun. (D), 3Trust in the Lord and do good;dwell in the land(E) and enjoy safe pasture. 27Turn your back on evil, work for the good and don't quit. 18The blameless spend their days under the Lords care,(AJ)and their inheritance will endure forever. Is It Ok for Christians to Follow Zodiac Signs? 12Bad guys have it in for the good guys, obsessed with doing them in. So it was seen of old, therefore let us not marvel at the matter. 5-6Open up before God, keep nothing back;hell do whatever needs to be done:Hell validate your life in the clear light of dayand stamp you with approval at high noon. (AK)19In times of disaster they will not wither;in days of famine they will enjoy plenty. Copyright 1993, 2002, 2018 by Eugene H. Peterson. 2023 Christianity.com. Holy Bible, New International Version, NIV Copyright 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. Used by permission. The thing particularly referred to here, as appears from the next verse, is reputation or character. NIV Reverse Interlinear Bible: English to Hebrew and English to Greek. 7Quiet down before God,be prayerful before him.Dont bother with those who climb the ladder,who elbow their way to the top. 35I have seen a wicked and ruthless manflourishing(BP) like a luxuriant native tree,36but he soon passed away and was no more;though I looked for him, he could not be found. 5Open up before God, keep nothing back; he'll do whatever needs to be done: 6He'll validate your life in the clear light of day and stamp you with approval at high noon. (o) "Devolve super Jehovam", Tigurine version. | The Message (MSG) | Download The Bible App Now Psalms 37:5 Psalms 37:5-6 MSG 23-24Stalwart walks in step with God;his path blazed by God, hes happy.If he stumbles, hes not down for long;God has a grip on his hand. What Does it Mean to Delight Yourself in the Lord? Psalm 37:5-6The Message. His heart pumps Gods Word like blood through his veins; The next time I looked there was nothing, -strengthened, were delivered from evil. Salem Media Group. It comes from a hand of special love. Psalm 37:5 (NASB) Verse Thoughts Many Scripture passages tell us that without faith in the Son of God it is impossible for the unbeliever to be saved and we are told in Hebrews that without faith it is impossible for the believer to please God. 8Bridle your anger, trash your wrath, cool your pipes - it only makes things worse. 12-13Bad guys have it in for the good guys,obsessed with doing them in.But God isnt losing any sleep; to himtheyre a joke with no punch line. Commit thy way unto the LORD; trust also in him; and he shall bring, He shall bring forth thy righteousness , Trust also in him; and he shall bring it to pass, Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers, Keil and Delitzsch Biblical Commentary on the Old Testament. (P), 8Refrain from anger(Q) and turn from wrath;do not fret(R)it leads only to evil.9For those who are evil will be destroyed,(S)but those who hope(T) in the Lord will inherit the land. Represented by Tyndale House Publishers. 5-6 Open up before God, keep nothing back; By prayer spread thy case and all thy cares before the Lord, and trust in him. He will help them to do their duties, to bear their burdens; help them to bear their troubles well, and get good by them, and, in due time, will deliver them out of their troubles. Get Your Bible Minute in Your Inbox Every Morning. not once have I seen an abandoned believer. Many Scripture passages tell us that without faith in the Son of God it is impossible for the unbeliever to be saved and we are told in Hebrews that without faith it is impossible for the believer to please God. 37-38Keep your eye on the healthy soul,scrutinize the straight life;Theres a futurein strenuous wholeness.But the willful will soon be discarded;insolent souls are on a dead-end street. Verses 34-40 Duty is ours, and we must mind it; but events are God's, we must refer the disposal of them to him. (U), 10A little while, and the wicked will be no more;(V)though you look for them, they will not be found.11But the meek will inherit the land(W)and enjoy peace and prosperity. That is whatpleases God, for it is not His will that anyone should perish. He has conquered death, hell and the grave. Try Bible Gateway Plus free today! Get Your Bible Minute in Your Inbox Every Morning. Get the BEST VALUE in digital Bible study as you prepare for Easter. Leave with Jehovah not thy present fretfulness merely, but all thy cares; in fact, submit the whole tenor of thy way to him. 4 Wohl denen, die in deinem Hause wohnen; die loben dich immerdar. NKJV, Charles F. Stanley Life Principles Bible, 2nd Edition, Comfort Print: Growing in Knowledge and Understanding of God Through His Word. By using our website, you accept our use of cookies as described in our Privacy Policy. If you have any questions, please review our Privacy Policy or email us at privacy@biblegateway.com. Roll the whole burden of life upon the Lord. and he will give you the desires of your heart. All rights reserved. cool your pipesit only makes things worse. A banana peel lands them flat on their faces. By his grace and Holy Spirit, he directs the thoughts, affections, and designs of good men. 25I once was young, now I'm a graybeard - not once have I seen an abandoned believer, or his kids out roaming the streets. Commit your way to the LORD, Trust also in Him, and He will do it. Not one day's work shall go unrewarded. in days of famine they will enjoy plenty. (BA), Wrongdoers will be completely destroyed[c];the offspring of the wicked will perish. A good man may fall into the hands of a messenger of Satan, and be sorely buffeted, but God will not leave him in his enemy's hands. trust in himliterally, "on Him." Faith simply trusts what God has told us. To delight in God is as much a privilege as a duty. Let us mark the closing scenes of different characters, and always depend on God's mercy. Start FREE. 23The Lord makes firm the steps(AQ)of the one who delights(AR) in him;24though he may stumble, he will not fall,(AS)for the Lord upholds(AT) him with his hand. 33God, alert, is also on watch - Wicked won't hurt a hair of his head. In hard times, theyll hold their heads high; when the shelves are bare, theyll be full. Loving Father, I want to commit all my ways to You and trust implicitly in Your Word. {h} Delaney's Life of King David, vol. Psalm 37:26 Or freely; / the names of their children will be used in blessings (see Gen. 48:20); or freely; / others will see that their children are blessed; Psalm 37:28 See Septuagint; Hebrew They will be protected forever Wait upon the Lord for He is worthy. 30-31Righteous chews on wisdom like a dog on a bone,rolls virtue around on his tongue.His heart pumps Gods Word like blood through his veins;his feet are as sure as a cats. 11Down-to-earth people will move in and take over, relishing a huge bonanza. He'll give you your place in the sun while you watch the wicked lose it. 5 Open up before God, keep nothing back; he'll Sign up now for the latest news and deals from Bible Gateway! How blessed must he be who lives every day in obedience to it! Fret is a weird word to us in the modern world, and because of that I think we tend to miss what David is really trying to tell us here. 15A banana peel lands them flat on their faces - slapstick figures in a moral circus. Psalm 84:4 Lutherbibel 1912 (L12). We may serenely sing -. 30Righteous chews on wisdom like a dog on a bone, rolls virtue around on his tongue. Keep me ever looking to Jesus, in Whose name I pray, AMEN. Psalm 37 is a psalm of David, and he begins by telling us, "Do not fret because of evildoers, nor be envious of the workers of iniquity" (Ps. 32-33Wicked sets a watch for Righteous,hes out for the kill.God, alert, is also on watchWicked wont hurt a hair of his head. Save: $16.50 (30%) Buy Now. 371Don't bother your head with braggarts or wish you could succeed like the wicked. Psalm 37:5-6 The Message 5-6 Open up before God, keep nothing back; he'll do whatever needs to be done: He'll validate your life in the clear light of day and stamp you with approval at high noon. get to know the Bible better! 1 Of David. (X), 12The wicked plot(Y) against the righteousand gnash their teeth(Z) at them;13but the Lord laughs at the wicked,for he knows their day is coming. 2 In no time they'll shrivel like grass clippings and wilt like cut flowers in the sun. Copyright 2023, Bible Study Tools. though you look for them, they will not be found. Get Your Bible Minute in Your Inbox Every Morning. 40God-strengthened, we're delivered from evil - when we run to him, he saves us. 5-6Open up before God, keep nothing back;hell do whatever needs to be done:Hell validate your life in the clear light of dayand stamp you with approval at high noon. Get the BEST VALUE in digital Bible study as you prepare for Easter. [d](BT)38But all sinners(BU) will be destroyed;(BV)there will be no future[e] for the wicked.(BW). [b](AX), 27Turn from evil and do good;(AY)then you will dwell in the land forever. They have that which is better than wealth, peace of mind, peace with God, and then peace in God; that peace which the world cannot give, and which the world cannot have. 25I was young and now I am old,yet I have never seen the righteous forsaken(AU)or their children begging(AV) bread.26They are always generous and lend freely;(AW)their children will be a blessing. Originally published by NavPress in English as THE MESSAGE: The Bible in Contemporary Language copyright 2002 by Eugene Peterson. A fretful, discontented spirit is open to many temptations. 25-26I once was young, now Im a graybeardnot once have I seen an abandoned believer,or his kids out roaming the streets.Every day hes out giving and lending,his children making him proud. Aaron D'Anthony Brown. Article Images Copyright 2023 Getty Images unless otherwise indicated. 1 Do not fret because of those who are evil or be envious of those who do wrong; 2 for like the grass they will soon wither, like green plants they will soon die away. Prepare for Easter with Bible Gateway Plus. (Sela.) Cast away anxiety, resign thy will, submit thy judgment, leave all with the God of all. Faith in God is simply believing His Word. they will be consumed, they will go up in smoke. Psalms 37:5 offers a powerful message of faith and trust in God. 2. p. 219. 1Do not fret because of those who are evilor be envious(A) of those who do wrong;(B)2for like the grass they will soon wither,(C)like green plants they will soon die away. Don't bother with those who climb the ladder, who elbow their way to the top. We must roll it off ourselves, not afflict and perplex ourselves with thoughts about future events, but refer them to God. Copyright 1993, 2002, 2018 by Eugene H. Peterson. What a medicine is this for expelling envy! 3 Get insurance with God and do a good deed, settle down and stick to your last. 3-4Get insurance with God and do a good deed,settle down and stick to your last.Keep company with God,get in on the best. He is the Lion of the tribe of Judah, the fairest of ten thousand, the Lamb of God for sinners slain. The Message (MSG). Matthew Henry Commentary on the Whole Bible (Concise), Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible, Matthew Henry Commentary on the Whole Bible (Complete). 36The next time I looked there was nothing - a punctured bladder, vapid and limp. One righteous will outclass fifty wicked, 17For the wicked are moral weaklings but the righteous are God-strong. Proud member I dare not choose my lot, I would not if Icontinued. THE MESSAGE: The Bible in Contemporary Languagecopyright 1993, 2002, 2018 by Eugene H. Peterson. God forsakes not his saints in affliction; and in heaven only the righteous shall dwell for ever; that will be their everlasting habitation. Dont bother with those who climb the ladder. 4 Keep company with God, get in on the best. Used by permission of NavPress. We do this by taking God at His Word and really believing all that His Word tells us. Emma Danzey, What Does it Mean for Christians to "Delight Yourself in the Lord" and How Do We Do It? Verses 7-20 Let us be satisfied that God will make all to work for good to us. 5Commit your way to the Lord;trust in him(I) and he will do this:6He will make your righteous reward(J) shine like the dawn,(K)your vindication like the noonday sun. 19In hard times, they'll hold their heads high; when the shelves are bare, they'll be full. He has not promised to gratify the appetites of the body, and the humours of the fancy, but the desires of the renewed, sanctified soul. 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