Psalms 37:1-11

11Do not become upset because of what wicked people do. Do not be jealous of people that do bad things.

2Remember that they are soon gone! They are like grass that quickly becomes dry. They will soon die like green plants in hot weather.

3Trust in the Lord and do good things. Then you will live safely in the land.

4Be happy that the Lord is your friend. He will give you what you most want.

5Let the Lord be your guide into the future. Trust in him and he will help you.

6He will show everyone that you are righteous. People will know that you are a good person, as clearly as the sun shines at noon.

7Be patient as you wait for the Lord to help you. Trust him to bring help. Do not become upset when bad people seem to do well, when their wicked ideas really happen.

8Do not become angry or upset! It will only bring trouble for you.

9Wicked people will disappear one day! But people who trust the Lord for help will live safely in the land that he has given to them.

10Evil people will soon be gone. You may look for them, but you will not find them.

11Humble people will live safely in the land. They will live in peace and they will enjoy good things.