Psalms 37:32-40

32The wicked lie in wait for the righteous, intent on putting them to death;

33but the Lord will not leave them in the power of the wicked or let them be condemned when brought to trial.

34Hope in the Lord and keep his way. He will exalt you to inherit the land; when the wicked are destroyed, you will see it.

35I have seen a wicked and ruthless man flourishing like a luxuriant native tree,

36but he soon passed away and was no more; though I looked for him, he could not be found.

37Consider the blameless, observe the upright; a future awaits those who seek peace.

38But all sinners will be destroyed; there will be no future for the wicked.

39The salvation of the righteous comes from the Lord; he is their stronghold in time of trouble.

40The Lord helps them and delivers them; he delivers them from the wicked and saves them, because they take refuge in him.