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What does Psalm 37 teach about the inheritance of the righteous?

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Psalm 37 teaches that the righteous will inherit the earth and enjoy everlasting peace.

The promise of inheritance for the righteous is a central theme in Psalm 37. Believers are assured that their faithfulness to God will result in a glorious inheritance, contrasting starkly with the fate of the wicked. The psalm emphasizes the blessings associated with following God's ways, indicating that those who delight in the Lord will be granted their desires. This inheritance includes not only spiritual blessings but also the promise of the new heaven and new earth where righteousness dwells, as noted in Revelation 21:1-4. In this historic Reformed view, it is clear that God’s people can confidently look forward to their future with great hope, knowing that their steadfast faith secures an eternal reward.
Scripture References: Psalm 37:9, 11, 29, Revelation 21:1-4

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Psalm 37
Henry Law · Feb 7, 2007
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