For such as be blessed of him shall inherit the earth; and they that be cursed of him shall be cut off.
The faithful see the world in chaos: the godless prosper while the pious suffer, which tempts us to think God either absent or indifferent. This psalm strengthens us against that very temptation by declaring their felicity cursed and fleeting, while God's care for His own never fails, even in calamity.
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Commenting on Psalm 37:1-40
For such as be blessed of him shall inherit the earth. God's benediction is true wealth after all. True happiness, such as the covenant secures to all the chosen of heaven, lies wrapped up in the divine favour. And they that be cursed of him shall be cut off. His frown is death; nay, more, It is hell.
The wicked borrow and refuse to repay; the righteous give freely. If we would be blessed, we must render every man his due and show mercy daily. The first thing God requires is justice; giving and lending, done with a generous heart, are acceptable to Him.
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Commenting on Psalm 37:21-33