Psalm 37:7 Meaning
Rest 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.
Context Explained
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.
8Cease from anger, and forsake wrath: fret not thyself in any wise to do evil.
9For evildoers shall be cut off: but those that wait upon the LORD, they shall inherit the earth.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Hebrews 10:36
This verse encourages endurance, similar to the call to rest and wait in Psalm 37:7.
Matthew 5:11-12
Jesus speaks about persecution, contrasting the plight of the just in Psalm 37:7.
Psalm 62:1
Both verses emphasize waiting on God for deliverance.
Source: Psalm 37:7