Rest in the LORD, and wait patiently for him: fret not thyself because of him who prospereth in his way, because of the man who bringeth wicked devices to pass.
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
Rest in the Lord. This fifth is a most divine precept, and requires much grace to carry it out. To hush the spirit, to be silent before the Lord, to wait in holy patience the time for clearing up the difficulties of Providence—that is what every gracious heart should aim at.
Rest in the Lord and wait patiently for Him; be silent before Him with a submissive heart, not a sullen one. Do not fret at the wicked man who thrives in his evil way or makes mischief with his power. Check the first stirrings of discontent and envy, lest you harbour hard thoughts against God's providence.
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Commenting on Psalm 37:7-20