Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for him; do not fret when people succeed in their ways when they carry out their wicked schemes.
(Psalm 37:7 NIV)
Life seems blatantly unfair at times. Sometimes those who love the Lord experience hardship, while those who do not acknowledge their Creator appear to have an easy road. Even when we may not understand God’s ways, we should never fret or be envious of the unbeliever. Although they may seem to prosper, eventually, their ways will be exposed. Nothing is lasting for the evil man or woman.
How should we live? Our hearts should reflect a heart that trusts the Lord and delights in Him. We should do good works and be faithful. We should trustfully commit our way to the Lord, be still before Him, and patiently wait for him to act on our behalf. Do not allow anger in your life.
The results of this description will be: The salvation of the righteous comes from the Lord;
he is their stronghold in time of trouble. The Lord helps them and delivers them; he delivers them from the wicked and saves them because they take refuge in him
(Psalm 37:39-40 NIV)