What does Psalm 37:21 mean?

Psalm 37:21 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Psalm 37:21 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

The wicked borroweth, and payeth not again: but the righteous sheweth mercy, and giveth.

19They shall not be ashamed in the evil time: and in the days of famine they shall be satisfied.

20But the wicked shall perish, and the enemies of the LORD shall be as the fat of lambs: they shall consume; into smoke shall they consume away.

21The wicked borroweth, and payeth not again: but the righteous sheweth mercy, and giveth.

22For such as be blessed of him shall inherit the earth; and they that be cursed of him shall be cut off.

23The steps of a good man are ordered by the LORD: and he delighteth in his way.

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