In Psalms chapter thirty seven David said, “Commit your way unto the LORD; trust also in him; and he shall bring it to pass. And he shall bring forth your righteousness as the light, and your judgment as the noonday”, and in chapter thirty seven and verse seven of Psalms David said, “Rest in the LORD, and wait patiently for him” where we read,
Rest in the LORD, and wait patiently for him: fret not yourself because of him who prospers in his way, because of the man who brings wicked devices to pass.
The verse begins, “Rest in the LORD, and wait patiently for him:” David began with the words, “Rest in the LORD” or “be silent, still and quiet within Jehovah who is the existing One and the proper name for the One True God”, “and wait patiently for him” or “and twist, whirl and dance longingly for him, Jehovah God”. David encouraged his readers and listeners to “be still” and “dance longingly” for Him.
The verse continues, “fret not yourself because of him who prospers in his way, because of the man who brings wicked devices to pass.” David added the words, “fret not yourself” or “do not become hot, furious, angry or kindled” “because of him who prospers in his way” which means “since and on account of the person whether male or female who advances, makes progress, succeeds becomes prosperous and successful”, “because of the man” or “since and on account of the person whether male or female” “who brings wicked devices to pass” which means “who fashions, accomplishes, makes and produces evil, sagacity, lewdness and mischievous devices”. David instructed his readers and listeners not to become furious and angry about people who are successful and produce evil and lewd acts and devises.
When we think through the words in this verse, we learn more of David's instructions to people who read and listen to his words. They, and we, are to be still and silent within Jehovah God, and be so at peace with Him, that we dance and whirl longingly in His presence. We are not to be angry and furious at people who prosper or receive great gain because of their evil acts and deeds. These are temporary successes, and they are not eternal and everlasting. God wants us to receive prosperity and success that lasts forever, and He sent His Son Jesus into the world to die for our sins so we may receive His gifts. When we put our faith and trust in Jesus, He will forgive our sins, grant us everlasting life and bless us in ways that last forever and ever, and we will be silent and dance longingly for Him throughout eternity.
Next time David says, “Cease from anger, and forsake wrath”, so read ahead, and we shall join together then.
Until tomorrow…there is more…
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