How Does Psalm 37 Encourage Righteousness?

Jul 02,2025 00:00

How Does Psalm 37 Encourage Righteousness?

Psalm 37 offers wisdom for upright living amid injustice. Key exhortations include:

1. Trust in the Lord (vv. 3–5)

“Trust in the LORD, and do good; dwell in the land and befriend faithfulness.” Righteous action flows from confident dependence.

2. Delight and Commit (v. 4)

“Delight yourself in the LORD, and he will give you the desires of your heart.” Pure joy in God reshapes our motives.

3. Patience Over Envy (vv. 7–8)

“Be still before the LORD… lest you be moved to anger.” Righteousness matures through calm trust, not anxious comparison.

4. Generosity and Compassion (vv. 21, 26)

The righteous lend freely and show mercy, reflecting God’s character.

Practical Steps

  • Replace envy with prayer for God’s timing.
  • Actively do good—serve neighbors, share resources.
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