Psalms 37:39-40

Psalms 37:39-40

[39] But the salvation  of the righteous  is of the LORD:  he is their strength  in the time  of trouble.  [40] And the LORD  shall help  them, and deliver  them from the wicked,  and save  them, because they trust  in him.

What does Psalms 37:39-40 Mean?

Contextual Meaning

In conclusion, David focused again on the Lord. He is the salvation of those who take refuge in Him. He is their strength, help, and deliverer. Therefore the righteous should continue to trust in Him even when the wicked prosper and oppose them.
God"s people should not stop trusting in the Lord because the wicked prosper temporarily, nor should we despair when they seem to prevail against us. Rather, we should continue to trust in the Lord, take refuge in Him, and rely on His faithfulness to His promises. Reviewing His past faithfulness will enable us to do this.
"This poem, more explicitly than the torah Psalm , articulates a close and predictable connection between deed and consequence. The purpose of such instruction (which indirectly attests the authority of the sovereign Creator) is to instill in the young socially acceptable modes of behavior. Such behavior contributes decisively to the well-being of the entire community. Thus the argument refers to God, but the case is made largely on utilitarian grounds-it works!" [1]