Psalms 37:1-9

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.