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Do not fret because of the wicked; do not be envious of wrongdoers,
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for they will soon fade like the grass, and wither like the green herb.
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Trust in the Lord, and do good; so you will live in the land, and enjoy security.
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Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart.
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Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him, and he will act.
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He will make your vindication shine like the light, and the justice of your cause like the noonday.
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Be still before the Lord, and wait patiently for him; do not fret over those who prosper in their way, over those who carry out evil devices.
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Refrain from anger, and forsake wrath. Do not fret—it leads only to evil.
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For the wicked shall be cut off, but those who wait for the Lord shall inherit the land.
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Yet a little while, and the wicked will be no more; though you look diligently for their place, they will not be there.
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But the meek shall inherit the land, and delight themselves in abundant prosperity.