Psalms 37 encourages us not to fret because of those who are evil or be envious of those who do wrong; rather, we are to trust in the Lord and do good. he gives reasons who not to fret or be envious and reasons why to live righteous lives.
Why should we not fret or be envious of those who do wrong or live a life of sin?
1) They evil person will not endure. There life will be cut short.
2) Fretting only leads to evil and anger.
3) The Lord laughs at the wicked for he knows their day is coming.
4) The plots of the wicked and their evil acts will come back on them.
5) The wealth of the wicked will not go with him in death, and he will receive no inheritance from the Lord.
6) There is not future for the sinful man.
7) Wrong doers will be completely destroyed.
Why should we live righteous lives and do good?
1) God will give the righteous the desires of their heart.
2) God will make your righteous reward shine, and vindicate us.
3) The righteous will receive the inheritance God has for them which is eternal.
4) The righteous will enjoy peace and prosperity.
5) Even when the righteous have little, they have peace and joy.
6) The righteous are under the Lord's care, and cares for them even in the most difficult times.
7) The Lord makes the righteous steps firm. They may stumble, but not fall.
8) The Lord loves the just and will not forsake his faithful ones.
9) There is a future for the righteous.
10) The Lord is a strong hold for them in time of trouble.
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