Psalm 37:20-40

Robert Jamieson; A. R. Fausset; David Brown

Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - Psalms 37:37

37. By "the end" is meant reward (Proverbs 23:18; Proverbs 24:14), or expectation of success, as in Proverbs 24:14- :, which describes the end of the wicked in contrast, and that is cut off (compare Proverbs 24:14- :). read more

Robert Jamieson; A. R. Fausset; David Brown

Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - Psalms 37:38

38. together—at once; entirely (Psalms 4:8). read more

Robert Jamieson; A. R. Fausset; David Brown

Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - Psalms 37:39

39, 40. strength— (Psalms 27:1; Psalms 28:8). trouble—straits (Psalms 9:9; Psalms 10:1). In trust and quietness is the salvation of the pious from all foes and all their devices. read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Psalms 37:1-40

Psalms 37This wisdom psalm advances the thought of Psalms 36. Note the mention of doers of iniquity in Psalms 36:12 and the reference to evildoers in Psalms 37:1. Here David urged the righteous not to let the prosperity of the wicked upset them but to continue to trust in God’s justice. Similar encouragements characterize Psalms 49, 73. Here the psalmist used several proverbial expressions to convey his exhortation."In a moving way the psalmist deals with the issues of life and death, wisdom... read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Psalms 37:9-22

2. The assurance of just punishment 37:9-22 read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Psalms 37:12-22

David proceeded to give a basis for confidence in the assurance he had just given in Psalms 37:9-11. Five contrasts provide this security. The Lord, whose strength far exceeds that of the wicked, opposes them (Psalms 37:12-13). The evil that the wicked do will come back on them (Psalms 37:14-15). The Lord will sustain the righteous (Psalms 37:16-17). The righteous are the special objects of God’s careful attention (Psalms 37:18-20). Finally, God will reward the unselfishness of the righteous... read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Psalms 37:23-24

The Lord delights in how a good person lives, and He blesses his or her activities. Even though such a person may stumble as he goes through life, he will not experience a fatal fall from which he cannot rise. read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Psalms 37:23-31

3. The assurance of God’s care for the just 37:23-31 read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Psalms 37:25-26

God is faithful to His promises to provide for His faithful followers. David could testify that he had never seen the Lord forsake the righteous nor had he observed any of their descendants unable to get food. God promised the Israelites that He would bless the descendants of those who obeyed Him (Deuteronomy 7:9).It is possible to account for the fact that some believers have starved to death. They may not have followed the Lord faithfully, or they may have been part of a larger group, even... read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Psalms 37:27-29

The Lord loves justice and does not forsake the godly. He preserves them but cuts off the wicked. read more

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