Psalm 37:1-3,7 “Do not fret because of evil men or be envious of those who do wrong; for like the grass they will soon wither, like green plants they will soon die away. Trust in the Lord and do good; dwell in the land and enjoy safe pasture. … Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for him; do not fret when men succeed in their ways, when they carry out their wicked schemes.”
There is much in Psalm 37 related to the uncertainties of life. Yet God is not taken by surprise by any change, interruption, or crisis, nor is he tentative about what’s ahead. And when society around me grows increasingly hostile toward Christianity and tries to discard reason and common sense, I must not despair. The proper response is to do good and place my trust in God. Even in circumstances where evil seems to be winning, I must not fret but instead stand for what is right and wait patiently for God to turn things around according to his timing. “He will make your righteousness shine like the dawn, the justice of your cause like the noonday sun.” (37:6). “The Lord laughs at the wicked for he knows their day is coming.” (37:13)
Father, your Word is truth. In this very time and in these circumstances that test our faith, I choose to trust you. You have always fulfilled your promises, always provided, always held me and my family in your hands, always protected and guided us. Even through great suffering I know you will never leave us or forsake your people.
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