A Psalm 37:18-29 Prayer

"The Lord knows the days of the blameless, and their heritage will remain forever;

they are not put to shame in evil times; in the days of famine they have abundance.

But the wicked will perish; the enemies of the Lord are like the glory of the pastures; they vanish—like smoke they vanish away.

The wicked borrows but does not pay back, but the righteous is generous and gives; for those blessed by the Lord shall inherit the land, but those cursed by him shall be cut off.

The steps of a man are established by the Lord, when he delights in his way;

though he fall, he shall not be cast headlong, for the Lord upholds his hand.

I have been young, and now am old, yet I have not seen the righteous forsaken or his children begging for bread. He is ever lending generously, and his children become a blessing.

Turn away from evil and do good; so shall you dwell forever.

For the Lord loves justice; he will not forsake his saints. They are preserved forever, but the children of the wicked shall be cut off. The righteous shall inherit the land and dwell upon it forever."

-Psalm 37:18-29 ESV-

Oh Lord, my God, how good you are! You never forget your people. You provide in ways we cannot see. Thank you for protecting what You promised. Thank you for keeping those who walk with you blameless and free from shame. Thank you for the abundance we have in You. And thank you that we don't have to worry about what will happen to those who are wicked.

Almighty God, help me to stay blameless and righteous. Help me to remain generous even in these times when it is difficult and under-appreciated. Lord, establish my steps, for I delight in You. I praise you for always catching me when I fall and upholding me. You have been faithful for all of my life, and I know you will continue to be. You have never failed me and you never will. Father, thank you for your provisions, for your generosity, for your blessings.

Lord Jesus, help me to stay away from evil and to continue to do good even when it is hard to do so. I know You love justice and you will not forsake me. I desire to dwell with you forever. Preserve me. Keep me in your care, and let me inherit your kingdom and dwell upon it forever. All praise be to your holy Name. Amen.