Psalms 37:32-40

32Evil men set an ambush for the godly and try to kill them.

33But the Lord does not surrender the godly, or allow them to be condemned in a court of law.

34Rely on the Lord! Obey his commands! Then he will permit you to possess the land; you will see the demise of evil men.

35I have seen ruthless evil men growing in influence, like a green tree grows in its native soil.

36But then one passes by, and suddenly they have disappeared! I looked for them, but they could not be found.

37Take note of the one who has integrity! Observe the godly! For the one who promotes peace has a future.

38Sinful rebels are totally destroyed; evil men have no future.

39But the Lord delivers the godly; he protects them in times of trouble.

40The Lord helps them and rescues them; he rescues them from evil men and delivers them, for they seek his protection.