Day 12: Evil is Self-Destructive | Learning to Trust God More – 21-Day Firm Foundation Devotional from Psalm 37 - February 15

Sunday, February 15, 2026 Bryan Hudson 0 Comments



Day 12 — Evil is Self-Destructive

Psalm 37:12, The wicked plots against the just, And gnashes at him with his teeth. 13 The Lord laughs at him, For He sees that his day is coming. 14 The wicked have drawn the sword And have bent their bow, To cast down the poor and needy, To slay those who are of upright conduct. 15 Their sword shall enter their own heart, And their bows shall be broken.

Key Thought: Violence ultimately destroys its source.

Prayer: Help me maintain my hope in You.

Remember that Psalm 37 is wisdom instruction, not lament. David contrasts the temporary activity of the wicked with the enduring stability of the righteous. These verses intensify that contrast by describing active hostility, and God’s response.

“The wicked plots against the just, And gnashes at him with his teeth.”
In our sinful world, we cannot underestimate the depravity of people who are wicked and self-serving. It is our nature to believe the best in people, but there are some, as the Bible highlights, who are wholly committed to taking advantage of others. The wicked engage in deliberate scheming and premeditated evil, not just impulsive wrongdoing. They are strategic, thoughtful, and intentional.

Gnashing teeth in Scripture signifies rage and violent resentment. This is emotional fury combined with calculated malice. Those who possess "upright conduct" are not simply ignored; they are targeted because of the threat they pose to evil schemes. Integrity provokes opposition.

The derogatory images in February of Barack and Michelle Obama illustrate the malice that is present in the hearts and minds of evildoers.

“The Lord laughs at him, For He sees that his day is coming.”
The laughter of the Lord is not amusement but derision. God mocks the intentions of the wicked. He is never anxious about the schemes of evildoers, nor should we be anxious. The coming “day” refers to the appointed time of reckoning. The wicked operate on borrowed time.

“The wicked have drawn the sword And have bent their bow, To cast down the poor and needy, To slay those who are of upright conduct.”

This does not speak of random violence, but targeted injustice. The wicked exploit vulnerability and exercise power with cruelty. Psalm 37 reminds us that injustice is not permanent.

“Their sword shall enter their own heart, And their bows shall be broken.”
The instruments of their violence become instruments of self-destruction. We see this principle throughout Scripture: wicked people are self-destructive.
~ Haman’s gallows (Esther 7)
~ Daniel’s accusers (Daniel 6)
~ The principle of sowing and reaping (Galatians 6:7)
~ "Whoever digs a pit will fall into it; if someone rolls a stone, it will roll back on them" (Proverbs 26:27)

The “breaking of the bow” signifies the removal of power and capacity to harm. Evil carries the seeds of its own collapse. It is amazing how Scripture not only exposes human nature but also outlines the consequences of behavior—good or bad.

Even with difficult passages like this, we can take hope that God sees everything. He has given humans free will, so people can choose to do wrong or to do well. Those of us committed to doing well must continue shining our light.

Put another way, Jesus said that we are “the light of the world.” He intends for us to shine our lights in every area of life.

The Apostle Paul wrote, “Where sin abounded, grace much more abounded.” (Romans 5:20).

Our hope in God is always greater than the schemes of the wicked.

Reflection question: Why is God not "stressed" about evildoers? What gives you hope?

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Day 11: God Sustains the Righteous | Learning to Trust God More – 21-Day Firm Foundation Devotional from Psalm 37 - February 14

Saturday, February 14, 2026 Bryan Hudson 0 Comments




Day 11 — God Sustains the Righteous

Contributor: Stacy Williams

Psalm 37:17 (NIV), “For the power of the wicked will be broken, but the Lord upholds the righteous.”

Key Thought: God upholds those who trust Him.

Prayer: Be my strength today.

This verse contrasts the outcome of the wicked with the outcome of the righteous.

“The wicked” are those who are bent on doing evil, at odds with God’s standards, rejecting the fear of the Lord, and actively hostile to the things of God. The word wicked can also carry the idea of self-reliance and pride, which frequently motivate their actions.

The wicked operate outside of the Kingdom of God. They are not sustained or rewarded by Him; rather, any strength they appear to have is ultimately broken. They attempt to operate, maneuver, and manipulate within a fallen system through their own hubris. Their strength is unsustainable.

An analogy would be that of unsupported software. Unsupported software no longer receives assistance or updates from its developer. This eventually results in instability and system failure. Similarly, the wicked operate in a fallen system that leads to brokenness. The wealth of the wicked (Psalm 37:16) and the power associated with it will not last because they are functioning in an unsupported system.

Those who have trusted God for salvation have been made righteous through what He has provided (1 Corinthians 1:30). The righteous have right standing with God and walk in integrity among people. In contrast to the wicked, the righteous lean into God and look to Him for sustaining strength.

The righteous operate in the Kingdom of God which is a system fully supported by God Himself. Their actions are motivated by trust and reliance on His strength and ability. As 

Psalm 62:6 declares:  “Truly He is my rock and my salvation; He is my fortress, I will not be shaken.”

The righteous are able to stand firmly on the Rock of their salvation and be supported – upheld– by the Lord.

Reflection question: In what area of your life do you need to rely on the sustaining power of the Lord?

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Day 10: Use the Power of Another | Learning to Trust God More – 21-Day Firm Foundation Devotional from Psalm 37 - February 13

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Day 10 — Use the Power of Another

Psalm 37:7, Rest in the Lord, and wait patiently for Him; Do not fret because of him who prospers in his way, Because of the man who brings wicked schemes to pass.

Key Thought: Stillness is an act of faith.

Prayer: Teach me how to rest in You and not fret

“Rest in the LORD”
The Hebrew word for “rest” means to be still, to be quiet.

The book of Hebrews states, “There remains therefore a rest for the people of God. 10 For he who has entered His rest has himself also ceased from his works as God did from His.” (4:9–10)

Resting in the Lord is not inactivity. It is relying on a God’s power. It is also knowing that when we have done what we were supposed to do, God does the rest. When we are at rest, we do not have inner agitation or fretting.

David wrote God’s words, “Be still, and know that I am God.” (Psalm 46:10)

“Wait patiently for Him”
The Hebrew word for “wait patiently” carries the idea of intense expectation. We are not passive while waiting; we are exercising confidence and faith in God.

This is the second of three instances in Psalm 37 where the Lord says, “Do not fret” because of evildoers. It is very frustrating to see people and systems bringing wicked schemes to pass. As of this writing, we are seeing it in real time in our nation at the highest levels of government.

As concerned as we should be, and as active as we should be in helping vulnerable people and seeking to curtail harmful policies, we do not want to let anyone or anything distort our disposition. In the words of an old saying, “Don’t let other people’s hang-ups hang you up.” One of the best definitions of resting in the Lord is this: “Use the power of Another.”

By the grace of God, the presence of the Holy Spirit, and keeping our mind on the Lord, we will be able to avoid fretting, rest in the Lord’s power, and watch Him do amazing things!

Reflection question: In what specific ways do you need to use the power of Another, the power of God?

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Day 9: The Way of Meekness
 | Learning to Trust God More – 21-Day Firm Foundation Devotional from Psalm 37 - February 12

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 Bryan Hudson 0 Comments



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Day 9 — The Way of Meekness

Psalm 37:11, “But the meek shall inherit the earth, And shall delight themselves in the abundance of peace.”

Key Thought: Meekness is strength.

Prayer: Teach me how to have strength under control

Psalm 37 contrasts the wicked and the righteous. Again, David is not lamenting; he is giving instruction to God’s people on how to live faithfully when evil seems to prosper. 

• The loud are not the lasting.
• The aggressive are not the inheritors.
• The manipulators are not the permanent.

Here is the Hebrew meaning of “the meek:” Humble, lowly, gentle, dependent. This word does not describe a personality temperament; it describes a decision to live with strength under control. Meekness is not weakness.

During a television commercial, Charles Barkley famously said, “The meek may inherit the Earth, but they won’t get the ball.” This marketing statement reinforces the false narrative that meek people are weak.

In the world of basketball, some may have considered Tim Duncan to be meek, but those who watched him play understood his intensity. He displayed strength under control.

People who are meek are not passive; they have disciplined intensity.

For example, Moses is called “very meek” (Numbers 12:3), yet he confronted Pharaoh. Meekness has authority without aggression.

“And shall delight themselves in the abundance of peace.”

The meek actually live at the highest levels of blessing from God because of their commitment to “delight themselves in the Lord.” Living in this manner produces an abundance of peace.

What the meek possess:
“Peace” (shalom in Hebrew) - which is completeness, wholeness, harmony, well-being.
“Abundance” - which is overflow, fullness, excess.

Reflection Question:  What are examples of how meekness is not weakness?

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Waiting with Hope & Active Faith – 21-Day Firm Foundation Devotional Through Psalms 37 & Inspiration Minute #208 for February 11, 2026

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Day 8 — Waiting with Hope & Active Faith

Psalm 37:9 — For evildoers shall be cut off; But those who wait on the Lord, They shall inherit the earth.

Key Thought: God’s purpose is our greatest asset

Prayer: Teach me how to wait on what You are preparing

“Evildoers shall be cut off”
The Hebrew phrase “cut off” speaks of severance, removal, or loss of standing. In covenant language, “cut off” means exclusion from blessing. It does not necessarily mean death.

The focus of this text is the unsustainability of evil. The history of the world has seen many evil persons, governments (such as Nazi Germany), and evil deeds. Along with the blessings of God we see the perils of life and people of bad will.

Biblically, “evildoers” are those who act unjustly, oppress others, prosper through wrongdoing, and benefit from manipulated systems. Evil involves willful participation in what harms others and dishonors God. Evildoers may flourish for a time, but their influence and works will not endure.

This is not something we can simply pray away. It is something we work on as Christ followers, communities, and citizens. Sometimes Jesus helped people just for the sake of helping people (such as feeding and healing others). He was not always “evangelizing,” because His motive was loving and serving people.

“Those who wait on the LORD”
The Hebrew word “wait” means more than time passing. It carries the idea of hope, expectancy, patience, and active faith in God.

We wait and expect because God’s power is greater than our power. Our faith is expressed through endurance and obedience to His instructions. Waiting on the Lord is the antidote to fretting. Instead of overreacting to evil, we remain anchored in God’s timing and character.

From this place of strength, we can gain wisdom to know what to do. When you are at the airport waiting for a flight, technicians are preparing the airplane and making sure there is nothing impeding your route. When you are waiting, God is working.

“They shall inherit the earth”
“Inherit” is a covenant word. Biblically, inheritance is connected to continuity, belonging, and stability. Jesus said, “I have set before you an open door, and no one can shut it” (Revelation 3:8).

“To inherit the earth” is more than land ownership (which comes later). It is participation in God’s ordered world, living within His purposes and enjoying what He provides. These things can happen while we are living on this earth, even among evildoers.

Jesus said, “Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth” (Matthew 5:5). We do not want to inherit the earth in its present state. We work to make the best of the environments in which we live during our lifetimes.  When it is all said and done, there will be a new heaven and a new earth in which we will live and reign with Christ. 

For now, our focus is to serve God’s purposes in our generation.

Reflection Question: In light of this Scripture and lesson, what does waiting on the Lord mean?


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Day 7: Loosen Your Grip on Anger
 | Learning to Trust God More – 21-Day Firm Foundation Devotional from Psalm 37 - February 10

Monday, February 09, 2026 Bryan Hudson 0 Comments



Watch or Listen to My Message from Sunday, February 8


Day 7 — Loosen Your Grip on Anger

Scripture: Psalm 37:8, “Cease from anger, and forsake wrath; Do not fret—it only causes harm.”

Key Thought: Unchecked anger corrodes the soul.

Prayer: Cleanse my heart of bitterness.

Psalm 37 is a wisdom psalm, not a lament. David is not venting frustration; he is teaching God’s people how to live faithfully when the wicked appear to prosper.

This verse is central to a message I have been sharing for some time now. Some circumstances that we face in the United States are very grievous, disturbing, and unjust. We are called by the Lord to respond through prayer, rebuke oppressors, and help affected people. We can be right about injustice and still be wrong in our response. However, silence is not the appropriate response to evil and injustice. This is why we must seek the Lord to maintain balance in our approach.

“Cease from anger”
The Hebrew word “cease” means “loosening the grip.” Those of us who serve others and care about what affects vulnerable people often have a firm grip on these concerns. We may have a justified form of anger. What we do not want is to grip anger so tightly that our emotions and judgment become distorted.

There is a form of anger that goes beyond a useful motivating emotion and becomes irritation that lingers and shapes our behavior in adverse ways.

“Forsake wrath”
“Wrath” is another level of anger that involves rage and burning fury, which is never helpful. Wrath is unchecked anger that comes from emotional escalation. David shows the progression: unchecked anger → inflamed wrath → destructive action.

This is part of the motivation for rioting. When justified anger becomes mixed with a lack of emotional control, it leads to rage and burning fury. At that point, emotions take over and people act out of control, causing harm.

“Do not fret, it only causes harm”
Fretting is anxious, agitated preoccupation that keeps the mind fixated. Fretting fuels resentment, impatience, impulsive reactions, and loss of spiritual perspective.

Jesus said in John 14:26–27, “Peace I leave with you, My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.”

He also said in Matthew 11:28, “Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.”

Psalm 37:8 teaches that unchecked anger and fretfulness distort judgment, damage character, and lead to harmful outcomes.

All the more reason to lean into God so that we can remain at peace and balanced while being active in serving God, rebuking oppressors, and helping people.

Reflection Question: In what ways do you need to "loosen your grip" on anger without withdrawing and going silent?


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The God of Your Days | Part Two of Delight

Sunday, February 08, 2026 Bryan Hudson 0 Comments




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Psalm 37:18, The LORD knows the days of the upright, And their inheritance shall be forever. They shall not be ashamed in the evil time, And in the days of famine they shall be satisfied.

Psalm 37 is a psalm of wisdom, not lament. It instructs believers how to live faithfully when injustice and wickedness appear to prosper. God’s command to “do not fret” calls for courageous engagement without anxiety, fear, or spiritual distortion.

“The LORD knows the days of the upright” affirms God’s intimate involvement in every season of life—past, present, and future. God is the God of all our days, including times of joy, hardship, abundance, and loss.

God’s faithfulness extends across generations. Long before we were born, God was already at work, planting seeds through the faith, obedience, and integrity of those who came before us. Our true inheritance is not merely material but includes faith, character, courage, and purpose—things that outlast wealth and recognition.

Remembering and preserving inheritance is essential. Forgetting history weakens identity, while intentional storytelling strengthens future generations.

Above all, God Himself is our greatest inheritance. Unlike material possessions, what God gives cannot be lost, diminished, or destroyed. Because our hope is in Him—not in systems or people—we will not be ashamed in evil times.

God preserves His people through both trust and action. Faith works through obedience, wisdom, and responsibility. Even in seasons of famine—spiritual or natural—those who remain grounded in God’s Word will be satisfied.

Final Affirmation:
God is the God of our days.
He knows the days of the upright.
Our inheritance in Him is forever.
We will not be ashamed in evil times.
In days of famine, we will be satisfied.



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Day 6: God Will Vindicate
 | Learning to Trust God More – 21-Day Firm Foundation Devotional from Psalm 37 - February 9

Sunday, February 08, 2026 Bryan Hudson 0 Comments



Day 6 — God Will Vindicate



Psalm 37:6, “He shall bring forth your righteousness as the light, And your justice as the noonday.”

Key Thought: Righteousness does not need self-promotion.

Prayer: Defend my life according to Your will.

God is the One who causes you to come “forth.” The phrase “bring forth” speaks of revealing, causing to emerge, or making visible. What God is doing in your life may be misunderstood, and you may face false accusations, but that doesn’t matter. God sees the “real you,” and He will bring forth your righteous life.

Righteousness and justice are related terms. In fact, they are often used interchangeably.

We don’t need to self-promote or try to force recognition. God does the vindication; we only have to maintain our integrity and live in truth.

“Light” speaks of clarity, exposure, and truth. What is aligned with God cannot be burdened by darkness. God’s light in your life will eventually be seen for what it is.

Righteousness is not self-generated. Jesus is our righteousness:
“But of Him you are in Christ Jesus, who became for us wisdom from God—and righteousness and sanctification and redemption.” (1 Corinthians 1:30)

“Your Justice as the Noonday”
“Noonday” represents the brightest point of the day. Justice is light, and injustice is darkness. The Lord is a God of justice, and He works for the vindication of people who are mistreated and oppressed. We should do the same.

Justice may be delayed in recognition, but it is never denied. God’s justice is not hidden, rushed, or incomplete—it is thorough and unmistakable.

Psalm 37:6 assures us that what is right will be revealed, and what is just will be made clear.

Reflection Question: In what ways does God bring forth righteousness and justice?


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Day 5: Commit Your Way
 | Learning to Trust God More – 21-Day Firm Foundation Devotional from Psalm 37 - February 8

Saturday, February 07, 2026 Bryan Hudson 0 Comments



Day 5 — Commit Your Way



Psalm 37:5, Commit your way to the Lord, Trust also in Him, And He shall bring it to pass.

Key Thought: Surrender outcomes to God.

Prayer: I place my path fully in Your hands.

To commit “your way” carries the idea of rolling a burden off yourself and placing it onto another. This is not a single decision, but an entire course of our lives—our plans, direction, and daily conduct.

Committing here is not a passive decision; it is an intentional transfer of ownership. We are choosing to place our path under God’s authority rather than manage it by ourselves.

By “trusting,” we reinforce the first command to commit. Without trust in the Lord, we are left with ritual and religion. Trust involves confidence, security, and reliance based on God’s proven character.

Commitment is the act, and trust is the posture of the heart that sustains it. Trust assumes God is both able and faithful. The result of committing and trusting the Lord is this: “And He shall bring it to pass.”

This speaks of God’s action, not human effort. We may not experience instant results or a pain-free process, but we have the assurance of God’s will and wisdom being carried out in His time.

Faith in God is a transfer of control. When we roll our lives onto the Lord and trust Him, we are freed from manipulation, fretfulness, and self-reliance.

Reflection Question: What are you still carrying that God has asked you to roll onto Him?

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Day 4: Delight in the Lord | Learning to Trust God More – 21-Day Firm Foundation Devotional from Psalm 37 - February 11

Saturday, February 07, 2026 Bryan Hudson 0 Comments



Day 4 — Delight in the Lord




Psalm 37:4 Delight yourself also in the Lord, and He shall give you the desires of your heart.

Key Thought: God reshapes desires before fulfilling them.

Prayer: Align my heart’s desires with Yours.

Delighting in the Lord reshapes our heart so that what God does is not the fulfillment of personal wants, but rather desires that have been transformed by God. The things I “desired” before walking with Jesus are very different from when I began walking with the Lord.

As we have been teaching, the biblical meaning of “delight” means to take pleasure in, to incline toward, or to bend. Our delight is known by the things we take pleasure in, are inclined toward, or that bend us. That can be something positive or something negative. Therefore, we must pay attention to our desires and judge whether we are motivated by God or by something else.

Delighting in the Lord is more than inclining, or bending, toward circumstances, success, or outcomes. We delight in the Lord Himself – His character, presence, and promises. Life with God is relational, not transactional.

What comes out of becoming “bent” through our relationship with God is being granted, bestowed, and entrusted with our genuine desires of the heart. The Lord wants to do all the things He has put into our hearts. We just need to get out of our own way.

This verse is often misunderstood as a blank check for personal wishes. However, the promise is conditional in a “formative” sense. We are being formed by our interactions with God. For this reason, it is important to purify and clarify our desires and delights.

As we delight in the Lord, our heart is shaped. We open the door for Jesus to refine, align, and calibrate our hearts. What we grow to desire increasingly reflects God’s will.

Psalm 37:4 teaches that fulfillment does not come from chasing desires, but from delighting in God. When God becomes the joy of our heart, He provides what that renewed heart desires. This comes from the Lord and flows from Him toward us.

REFLECTION QUESTION: How have my desires and delights changed?

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Day 3: Trust and Do Good | Learning to Trust God More | 21-Day Firm Foundation Devotional from Psalm 37 - February 6

Friday, February 06, 2026 Bryan Hudson 0 Comments





 

Day 3 — Trust & Do Good

Psalm 37:3, Trust in the Lord, and do good;
Dwell in the land, and feed on His faithfulness.

Key Thought: Trust in God must be accompanied by faithful action.

Prayer: Teach me to trust You through faithful living.

As previously stated, Psalm 37 is a psalm of wisdom. David is not lamenting injustice as much as he is instructing God’s people on how to live faithfully when evil seems to prosper.

There are four commands from the Lord in this text. Remember that whatever God requires, He provides.

Command #1: “Trust in the LORD.”
The Hebrew verb "trust" means to place full confidence in the Lord and rely on His security. Trusting God is relational and lifelong, not just a transaction for the moment.
Trust is the foundation of righteous living. Everything flows out of confidence in God’s character. He is trustworthy!

Command #2: “Do good.”
The Hebrew verb "do good" speaks of active, intentional righteousness—ethical living, generosity, justice, and faithfulness in everyday life. There is nothing passive about doing good. It cannot be done in isolation, only among people. This is how we overcome the effects of evil in our world—we do good.

Command #3: “Dwell in the land.”
We know our ultimate “land” is with the Lord, but while living in this present time, we are to dwell in the land of God’s promise, provision, and presence. The idea behind the word dwell is to settle, remain, or abide—not merely pass through.
Trusting God means we refuse to abandon our God-given place, calling, or responsibility, regardless of the circumstances we face.

Command #4: “Feed on His faithfulness.”
The Hebrew verb "feed" means to graze, to shepherd, or to be nourished.
The word faithfulness refers to God’s steadfastness, reliability, firmness, and truth.

The picture is of a person who is continually nourished by God’s dependable character, much like sheep grazing in a secure pasture. Some translations render this phrase as “enjoy safe pasture” (NIV), emphasizing sustained provision and security.

Christ-followers do not feed on fear, outrage, or comparison, but on the proven faithfulness of God. 

God is faithful!

REFLECTION QUESTION: How do the four "commands" speak to you?

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Day 2: The Temporary Nature of Evil | Learning to Trust God More | 21-Day Firm Foundation Devotional from Psalm 37 - February 5

Thursday, February 05, 2026 Bryan Hudson 0 Comments



Watch or Listen to the Message from Sunday, February 1
“Learning to Trust God More”


Day 2 — The Temporary Nature of Evil

Psalm 37:2 (NKJV), “For they shall soon be cut down like the grass, And wither as the green herb.”

Key Thought: Wicked success is short-lived

Prayer: Help me remember what truly lasts

The first thing to recognize is that Psalm 37 is a wisdom psalm, not a lament. Some passages in the Bible only express the heartbreak of the writer. Here, David is instructing God’s people on how to live faithfully when the wicked appear to prosper.

The Hebrew word for “soon” does not necessarily mean immediately. In biblical time, “soon” is measured against eternity, not according to our frustration and impatience. This is another reason why we don’t want to fret. The prosperity of the wicked that looks stable now is already on a countdown.

The Hebrew word for “cut down” is often used of harvesting or mowing, not violent destruction. The “green herb” mentioned in this text refers to quickly growing plants without a deep root system. Some plants grow fast, and they fade fast. During the summer, we had an abundance of beautiful plants in our yard; now, in the middle of winter, they’re all gone. That’s how God will ultimately deal with the wicked.

What looks alive is already dying. So we don’t want to overreact to wicked people. That’s not to say that a civil justice system should not deal with evildoers before God’s judgment. This psalm emphasizes the importance of believers not fretting or living in lament and frustration.

Psalm 37 reminds us that evil has visibility, not viability. Wickedness has momentum, not longevity. God does not need to rush judgment—but judgment is certain.

However, remember that in a pluralistic democratic republic, we have both the ability and the duty to resist evil and seek justice. Some believers make the mistake of thinking they should sit back and let God handle everything. That mindset only allows oppressors to hurt people more.

Encourage yourself in the Lord by keeping these realities in your heart and mind.

REFLECTION QUESTION: What things that you thought would happen "soon" need to be reevaluated in light of God's timing?

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Day 1: Do Not Fret | Learning to Trust God More | 21-Day Firm Foundation Devotional from Psalm 37 - February 4

Tuesday, February 03, 2026 Bryan Hudson 0 Comments



Watch or Listen to the Message from Sunday, February 1
“Learning to Trust God More”

 
Greetings! Today we begin our 21-day journey through Psalm 37!

Our theme is “Learning to Love God More.” We will go verse by verse and allow the Lord to speak to our hearts and minds. In addition to myself, other contributors include Patricia Hudson, Stacy Williams, Min. Bertha Fields, and Pastor Lee Rob. I will be writing the majority of the lessons, and I deeply appreciate the contributions of these fellow servants of God.

Lessons will be posted by 5:30AM each day. I encourage you to incorporate these brief lessons into your regular devotional rhythm.

Would also like to invite you to join New Covenant Church for Corporate Prayer on Zoom Wednesday evening at 7:30 PM (EST).  

Zoom meeting info:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89794097465
Meeting ID: 897 9409 7465

If you'd like to do your own study in the book of Psalms 37, here are some resources:

Enduring Word
https://enduringword.com/bible-commentary/psalm-37/

Bible Gateway; (The paid version has many more resources)
https://www.biblegateway.com/resources/commentaries/

StudyLight
https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/eng/dsb.html#google_vignette

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Day 1 — Do Not Fret

Scripture: Psalm 37:1,
Do not fret because of evildoers, nor be envious of the workers of iniquity.

Key Thought: Anxiety over evil drains the soul more than evil itself.

Prayer: “Lord, quiet my spirit and anchor my trust in You.”

It is no exaggeration to say that we are witnessing, in real time in our nation, workers of iniquity. This is not something new, but rarely has it been on full display at a national level among national political leaders. We are seeing despotism and dictatorial tactics in a nation where the Constitution says that “We The People” are the basis of our form of government—what Abraham Lincoln described as government “of the people, by the people, and for the people.”
I share this because we have to be very mindful of not allowing ourselves to fret when we consider what is going on. Here in our state of Indiana, we are seeing situations that are harmful to people, especially the most vulnerable among us.

As we are dealing with many grievous situations in our world, those of us who will not be silent must maintain balance. We must remain vigilant and active. At the same time, we must avoid strife or becoming obsessed with the deeds of evildoers.

The Scripture plainly says, “do not fret.” As a matter of fact, in Psalm 37 the words “do not fret” appear three times. The third mention, in verse 8, states: “Cease from anger, and forsake wrath; do not fret—it only causes harm.”

So while we who will not be silent, as many others are, must stay engaged. We also have to draw closer to God and keep our hearts clear of wrath, strife, and fretfulness.

One way to do that is what we are doing right now—spending time in the Word, in prayer, and allowing the Holy Spirit to minister peace to our hearts.

Jesus said in John 14:26–27, “Peace I leave with you, My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.”

Through this peace, we can steady our troubled hearts, and we will not fear the actions of ungodly people.

REFLECTION QUESTION: "In what ways, specifically, do I need to stop fretting?"

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Delight: Learning To Trust God More

Sunday, February 01, 2026 Bryan Hudson 0 Comments




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This message by Bryan Hudson provides insight on the powerful and often misunderstood principle of delight—what it truly means to delight ourselves in the Lord and, through that delight, learn to trust God more. Scripture teaches us that trust is not static; it can grow, mature, and deepen as our hearts are trained, shaped, and aligned with God’s purposes. As we enter this season of reflection and devotion, we are reminded that delight is not merely an emotion but a disciplined orientation of life—one that influences our desires, our decisions, and our direction. When we learn to delight in the Lord, we discover that trust increases, wisdom grows, and God faithfully brings His purposes to pass.


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Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Sermon by Rev. Dr. William J. Barber – There Is a Way Out and a Way Up from This Mess

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 Bryan Hudson 0 Comments



The MLK Day holiday has passed, but we need to be educated on the actual message and mission of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. This sermon by Bishop William J. Barber is profound and scholarly.

“There Is a Way Out and a Way Up from This Mess”
Text: John 12:9–32
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Do You Need To Be Converted? – Firm Foundation Inspiration Minute #206 for January 28, 2026

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 Bryan Hudson 0 Comments


“Do You Need To Be Converted?”

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Matthew 18:1,  At that time the disciples came to Jesus, saying, “Who then is greatest in the kingdom of heaven?”2 Then Jesus called a little child to Him, set him in the midst of them, 3 and said, “Assuredly, I say to you, unless you are converted and become as little children, you will by no means enter the kingdom of heaven. 4 Therefore whoever humbles himself as this little child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven. 



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