Psalms 37:1

“Fret not thyself because of evildoers, neither be thou envious against the workers of iniquity.”

"Fret not thyself because of evildoers, neither be thou envious against the workers of iniquity." - Psalms 37:1
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What does Psalms 37:1 mean?

Psalms 37:1, according to the King James Version, reads, "Fret not thyself because of evildoers, neither be thou envious against the workers of iniquity." This verse is one of guidance and comfort, urging believers to resist the temptation to become consumed by worry or envy in…

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Trusting in the Eternal: A Reflection on Psalm 37:1

In our lives, there are numerous challenges that we face daily. Every day can seem like a perpetual battle against uncertainties, injustices, and moral decay surrounding us in the world. Yet, in the midst of chaos, the words of Psalm 37:1 shine brightly as a guiding light: "Fret…

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A Prayer for Peace Amidst Injustice

Heavenly Father, As I come before You, I lay my heart bare in Your presence, seeking Your guidance and comfort in this world fraught with turmoil and strife. Your word in Psalm 37:1 reminds me, "Fret not thyself because of evildoers, neither be thou envious against the workers…

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Psalms 37:1 - "Fret not thyself because of evildoers, neither be thou envious against the workers of iniquity."
Psalms 37:7
Psalms 37:11 - "But the meek shall inherit the earth; and shall delight themselves in the abundance of peace."
Psalms 37:37 - "Mark the perfect man, and behold the upright: for the end of that man is peace."
"Yea, they sacrificed their sons and their daughters unto devils," - Psalms 106:37
"For the arms of the wicked shall be broken: but the LORD upholdeth the righteous." - Psalms 37:17
"The LORD knoweth the days of the upright: and their inheritance shall be for ever." - Psalms 37:18
"And sow the fields, and plant vineyards, which may yield fruits of increase." - Psalms 107:37
"For they shall soon be cut down like the grass, and wither as the green herb." - Psalms 37:2
Psalms 37:32 - "The wicked watcheth the righteous, and seeketh to slay him."
Psalms 37:34 - "Wait on the LORD, and keep his way, and he shall exalt thee to inherit the land: when the wicked are cut off, thou shalt see it."
"For such as be blessed of him shall inherit the earth; and they that be cursed of him shall be cut off." - Psalms 37:22
"The steps of a good man are ordered by the LORD: and he delighteth in his way." - Psalms 37:23
Psalms 106:37 - "Yea, they sacrificed their sons and their daughters unto devils,"
Psalms 37:17 - "For the arms of the wicked shall be broken: but the LORD upholdeth the righteous."
Psalms 37:26 - "He is ever merciful, and lendeth; and his seed is blessed."
Psalms 37:27 - "Depart from evil, and do good; and dwell for evermore."
Psalms 37:18 - "The LORD knoweth the days of the upright: and their inheritance shall be for ever."
Psalms 37:39 - "But the salvation of the righteous is of the LORD: he is their strength in the time of trouble."
Psalms 37:29 - "The righteous shall inherit the land, and dwell therein for ever."
"And he shall bring forth thy righteousness as the light, and thy judgment as the noonday." - Psalms 37:6
Psalms 37:30 - "The mouth of the righteous speaketh wisdom, and his tongue talketh of judgment."
Psalms 37:15 - "Their sword shall enter into their own heart, and their bows shall be broken."
"Mark the perfect man, and behold the upright: for the end of that man is peace." - Psalms 37:37
Psalms 37:21 - "The wicked borroweth, and payeth not again: but the righteous sheweth mercy, and giveth."
Psalms 37:19 - "They shall not be ashamed in the evil time: and in the days of famine they shall be satisfied."
Psalms 89:37 - "It shall be established for ever as the moon, and as a faithful witness in heaven. Selah."
Psalms 78:37 - "For their heart was not right with him, neither were they stedfast in his covenant."
"The law of his God is in his heart; none of his steps shall slide." - Psalms 37:31