Psa 37:1 | MHM | STEP | Trusting God Instead of Envying the Wicked This psalm teaches us how to live faithfully for God, even when we see evil people succeed. David encourages us not just to understand these truths, but to put them into practice in our lives. The instructions are clear: don’t be upset or jealous when those who do wrong seem to prosper. Instead, focus on trusting God and following Him, because His way is best in the end. v. 1–2 : David warns us not to be troubled or jealous of people who do evil and appear to be successful. He says, Fret not thyself because of evildoers, neither be thou envious against the workers of iniquity (Psalm 37:1 ). Their success is temporary. Just like grass or green plants, they may look strong for a short time, but soon they will wither and be gone (Psalm 37:2 ).

‏ Psalms 37:1

Trusting God Instead of Envying the Wicked

This psalm teaches us how to live faithfully for God, even when we see evil people succeed. David encourages us not just to understand these truths, but to put them into practice in our lives. The instructions are clear: don’t be upset or jealous when those who do wrong seem to prosper. Instead, focus on trusting God and following Him, because His way is best in the end.

v. 1–2: David warns us not to be troubled or jealous of people who do evil and appear to be successful. He says, Fret not thyself because of evildoers, neither be thou envious against the workers of iniquity (Psalm 37:1 ^a). Their success is temporary. Just like grass or green plants, they may look strong for a short time, but soon they will wither and be gone (Psalm 37:2 ^b).