The wicked will be broken

The trust of the righteous is in the Lord who made heaven and earth, because he walks in God and stands firm on the rock, and it is by that firm rock that many stand today. BUT the wicked, because of their evil way, will be broken before the Lord.

This opening truth reminds us that genuine confidence does not come from human strength, material resources, or earthly security, but from a living relationship with the Creator of all things. The righteous person places his hope in the Lord because he knows that God is unchanging, faithful, and just. When storms arise and circumstances shake the foundations of life, the one who trusts in God remains firm, not because he is immune to hardship, but because his foundation is secure.

The way of the wicked leads continually to evil, that is why we see this psalm of David speaking to the righteous so that he does not become impatient with all the injustice he sees on the part of the evil man. The Lord will make the way of the wicked man perish.

David’s words are deeply pastoral and practical. He understands the temptation that arises in the heart of the righteous when evil seems to prosper and injustice appears to go unpunished. It is easy to become discouraged, frustrated, or even envious when the wicked seem to advance without consequence. However, the psalmist reminds us that what we see is temporary. God’s justice is certain, even if it does not manifest immediately according to human expectations.

In the following biblical verse we can see that the psalmist had all his trust in God and through this he saw the justice of God acting in his favor.

For the arms of the wicked shall be broken: but the Lord upholdeth the righteous.

Psalm 37:17

This verse clearly contrasts two destinies. On one hand, the strength of the wicked—represented by their arms—will eventually fail. Their power, influence, and schemes will be shattered because they are built on rebellion against God. On the other hand, the righteous are upheld by the Lord Himself. This means they are sustained, supported, and preserved by divine power, not by their own abilities.

The psalmist David found himself in the paths of the shadow of death, but he remained confident and his hope did not fade away. That is why this enormous message says that God supports the righteous in all their paths.

David’s life was marked by trials, persecution, and moments of deep uncertainty. He faced enemies, betrayal, and constant danger. Yet through it all, his confidence rested in the Lord. This teaches us that righteousness does not exempt us from suffering, but it guarantees God’s presence in the midst of it. Even when the road is dark, the righteous are never abandoned, because the Lord walks with them and strengthens them.

The righteous man remains confident like a lion, but the wicked is not safe because the evil he carries before the eyes of the Lord and this brings down judgment upon him. So brothers, let us always be confident in the Lord because only He is our sustenance.

This confidence is not arrogance or self-reliance; it is the quiet assurance that comes from knowing God personally. Like a lion that does not retreat in fear, the righteous stand firm because they trust in the Lord’s promises. Meanwhile, the wicked live with an underlying insecurity, even if outwardly they appear successful, because their lives are exposed before God’s righteous judgment.

Therefore, this psalm calls us to perseverance, patience, and unwavering faith. We are encouraged not to measure reality by appearances, but by God’s truth. The Lord sees every injustice, every act of evil, and every tear of the righteous. In His perfect time, He will act. Until then, we are called to trust, to remain faithful, and to walk in righteousness, knowing that the Lord Himself upholds those who belong to Him.

Let us take comfort in this assurance: while the strength of the wicked will surely fail, the righteous will never be forsaken. God remains our refuge, our rock, and our eternal support.