Psalms 37:1-11

1Do not be agitated by evildoers; do not envy those who do wrong.

2For they wither quickly like grass and wilt like tender green plants.

3Trust in the Lord and do what is good; dwell in the land and live securely.

4Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you your heart’s desires.

5Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him, and he will act,

6making your righteousness shine like the dawn, your justice like the noonday.

7Be silent before the Lord and wait expectantly for him; do not be agitated by one who prospers in his way, by the person who carries out evil plans.

8Refrain from anger and give up your rage; do not be agitated — it can only bring harm.

9For evildoers will be destroyed, but those who put their hope in the Lord will inherit the land.

10A little while, and the wicked person will be no more; though you look for him, he will not be there.

11But the humble will inherit the land and will enjoy abundant prosperity.