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Psalm 37:5 Meaning

Commit thy way unto the LORD; trust also in him; and he shall bring it to pass.

Context Explained

3Trust in the LORD, and do good; so shalt thou dwell in the land, and verily thou shalt be fed.

4Delight thyself also in the LORD; and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart.

5Commit thy way unto the LORD; trust also in him; and he shall bring it to pass.

6And he shall bring forth thy righteousness as the light, and thy judgment as the noonday.

7Rest 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.

Key Themes

commitmenttrustfaith

Related Cross References

  • Proverbs 16:3

    This verse advises committing plans to the Lord, similar to Psalm 37:5.

  • Matthew 7:7

    Jesus encourages asking and seeking, which aligns with the trust in God expressed in Psalm 37:5.

  • 1 Thessalonians 5:24

    This verse assures that God is faithful, echoing the promise in Psalm 37:5.

Source: Psalm 37:5