Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version They will have no fear of bad news; their hearts are steadfast, trusting in the LORD. New Living Translation They do not fear bad news; they confidently trust the LORD to care for them. English Standard Version He is not afraid of bad news; his heart is firm, trusting in the LORD. Berean Standard Bible He does not fear bad news; his heart is steadfast, trusting in the LORD. King James Bible He shall not be afraid of evil tidings: his heart is fixed, trusting in the LORD. New King James Version He will not be afraid of evil tidings; His heart is steadfast, trusting in the LORD. New American Standard Bible He will not fear bad news; His heart is steadfast, trusting in the LORD. NASB 1995 He will not fear evil tidings; His heart is steadfast, trusting in the LORD. NASB 1977 He will not fear evil tidings; His heart is steadfast, trusting in the LORD. Legacy Standard Bible He will not fear an evil report; His heart is set, trusting in Yahweh. Amplified Bible He will not fear bad news; His heart is steadfast, trusting [confidently relying on and believing] in the LORD. Christian Standard Bible He will not fear bad news; his heart is confident, trusting in the LORD. Holman Christian Standard Bible He will not fear bad news; his heart is confident, trusting in the LORD. American Standard Version He shall not be afraid of evil tidings: His heart is fixed, trusting in Jehovah. Contemporary English Version Bad news won't bother them; they have decided to trust the LORD. English Revised Version He shall not be afraid of evil tidings: his heart is fixed, trusting in the LORD. GOD'S WORD® Translation He is not afraid of bad news. His heart remains secure, full of confidence in the LORD. Good News Translation He is not afraid of receiving bad news; his faith is strong, and he trusts in the LORD. International Standard Version He need not fear a bad report, for his heart is unshaken, since he trusts in the LORD. Majority Standard Bible He does not fear bad news; his heart is steadfast, trusting in the LORD. NET Bible He does not fear bad news. He is confident; he trusts in the LORD. New Heart English Bible He will not be afraid of evil news. His heart is steadfast, trusting in the LORD. Webster's Bible Translation He shall not be afraid of evil tidings: his heart is fixed, trusting in the LORD. World English Bible He will not be afraid of evil news. His heart is steadfast, trusting in Yahweh. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionHe is not afraid of an evil report, "" His heart is prepared [and] confident in YHWH. Young's Literal Translation Of an evil report he is not afraid, Prepared is His heart, confident in Jehovah. Smith's Literal Translation He shall not fear an evil report: his heart being prepared to trust in Jehovah. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThe just shall be in everlasting remembrance: he shall not hear the evil hearing. His heart is ready to hope in the Lord: Catholic Public Domain Version New American Bible He shall not fear an ill report; his heart is steadfast, trusting the LORD. New Revised Standard Version They are not afraid of evil tidings; their hearts are firm, secure in the LORD. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleHe shall not be afraid of evil tidings; his heart is fixed, trusting in the LORD. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated He will not be afraid of an evil report, for his heart is established trusting upon God. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917He shall not be afraid of evil tidings; His heart is stedfast, trusting in the LORD. Brenton Septuagint Translation He shall not be afraid of any evil report: his heart is ready to trust in the Lord. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Blessed is the Man who Fears the LORD…6Surely he will never be shaken; the righteous man will be remembered forever. 7He does not fear bad news; his heart is steadfast, trusting in the LORD. 8His heart is assured; he does not fear, until he looks in triumph on his foes.… Cross References Isaiah 26:3 You will keep in perfect peace the steadfast of mind, because he trusts in You. Proverbs 3:25-26 Do not fear sudden danger or the ruin that overtakes the wicked, / for the LORD will be your confidence and will keep your foot from the snare. Philippians 4:6-7 Be anxious for nothing, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. / And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. John 14:27 Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled; do not be afraid. Matthew 6:34 Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Today has enough trouble of its own. Romans 8:28 And we know that God works all things together for the good of those who love Him, who are called according to His purpose. 2 Timothy 1:7 For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control. Hebrews 13:6 So we say with confidence: “The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?” 1 Peter 5:7 Cast all your anxiety on Him, because He cares for you. Isaiah 41:10 Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My righteous right hand. Joshua 1:9 Have I not commanded you to be strong and courageous? Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.” Psalm 56:3-4 When I am afraid, I put my trust in You. / In God, whose word I praise—in God I trust. I will not be afraid. What can man do to me? Psalm 46:1-2 For the choirmaster. Of the sons of Korah. According to Alamoth. A song. God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in times of trouble. / Therefore we will not fear, though the earth is transformed and the mountains are toppled into the depths of the seas, Proverbs 1:33 But whoever listens to me will dwell in safety, secure from the fear of evil.” Matthew 10:28 Do not be afraid of those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. Instead, fear the One who can destroy both soul and body in hell. Treasury of Scripture He shall not be afraid of evil tidings: his heart is fixed, trusting in the LORD. shall not Psalm 27:1-3 A Psalm of David. The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? the LORD is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid? … Psalm 34:4 I sought the LORD, and he heard me, and delivered me from all my fears. Psalm 56:3,4 What time I am afraid, I will trust in thee… heart Psalm 57:7 My heart is fixed, O God, my heart is fixed: I will sing and give praise. Psalm 118:6 The LORD is on my side; I will not fear: what can man do unto me? Isaiah 26:3,4 Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee… trusting Psalm 62:8 Trust in him at all times; ye people, pour out your heart before him: God is a refuge for us. Selah. Psalm 64:10 The righteous shall be glad in the LORD, and shall trust in him; and all the upright in heart shall glory. Psalm 118:8,9 It is better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in man… Jump to Previous Afraid Bad Confident Confiding Evil Fear Firm Fixed Heart Hope News Prepared Report Steadfast Stedfast Tidings TrustingJump to Next Afraid Bad Confident Confiding Evil Fear Firm Fixed Heart Hope News Prepared Report Steadfast Stedfast Tidings TrustingPsalm 112 1. Godliness has the promises of this life4. And of the life to come 10. The prosperity of the godly shall be an eyesore to the wicked He does not fear bad news; This phrase highlights the confidence and peace that comes from a deep trust in God. In biblical context, fear of bad news often relates to the uncertainties and trials of life. The psalmist emphasizes that the righteous person, grounded in faith, remains unshaken by potential adversity. This echoes the sentiment found in Proverbs 3:25-26, where the believer is assured of safety and protection from sudden fear. Historically, the Israelites faced numerous threats from surrounding nations, yet those who trusted in God were encouraged to remain fearless. This steadfastness is a hallmark of faith, as seen in the lives of biblical figures like Daniel, who remained unafraid in the face of danger. his heart is steadfast, trusting in the LORD. Persons / Places / Events 1. The Righteous ManThe primary subject of Psalm 112, representing those who live in accordance with God's will and commandments. 2. The LORD (Yahweh) The covenant name of God, emphasizing His faithfulness and relationship with His people. 3. Bad News Represents trials, challenges, or adverse circumstances that may arise in life. Teaching Points Trust in God's SovereigntyThe righteous man does not fear bad news because he trusts in God's ultimate control over all circumstances. Steadfast Heart A heart that is firm and unwavering is cultivated through a deep, personal relationship with God. Response to Adversity The believer's response to bad news should be characterized by faith and trust, not fear or anxiety. Cultivating Trust Regular prayer, meditation on Scripture, and fellowship with other believers strengthen our trust in the LORD. Witness to Others A steadfast heart in the face of adversity serves as a powerful testimony to others about the peace and security found in God.(7) The story of Job, when the messengers of ill succeeded one another so fast, is an illustration of the truth of this verse. "A good conscience before God" is the best "armour against fate." "Virtue is bold, and goodness never fearful."-- SHAKESPERE: Measure for Measure. Verse 7. - He shall not be afraid of evil tidings. Confident in God's goodness to wards him, he will not anticipate misfortunes. They may come, as even the best man is not exempt from them; but he will not meet them half-way. His heart is fixed; i.e. firmly established (see ver. 8) - settled on a sure basis - trusting in the Lord - the one basis that is solid and immovable.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew He will notלֹ֣א (lō) Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no fear יִירָ֑א (yî·rā) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 3372: To fear, to revere, caus, to frighten bad רָ֭עָה (rā·‘āh) Adjective - feminine singular Strong's 7451: Bad, evil news; מִשְּׁמוּעָ֣ה (miš·šə·mū·‘āh) Preposition-m | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 8052: Something heard, an announcement his heart לִ֝בּ֗וֹ (lib·bōw) Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 3820: The heart, the feelings, the will, the intellect, centre is steadfast, נָכ֥וֹן (nā·ḵō·wn) Verb - Nifal - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 3559: To be erect trusting בָּטֻ֥חַ (bā·ṭu·aḥ) Verb - Qal - QalPassParticiple - masculine singular Strong's 982: To trust, be confident, sure in the LORD. בַּיהוָֽה׃ (Yah·weh) Preposition-b | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel Links Psalm 112:7 NIVPsalm 112:7 NLT Psalm 112:7 ESV Psalm 112:7 NASB Psalm 112:7 KJV Psalm 112:7 BibleApps.com Psalm 112:7 Biblia Paralela Psalm 112:7 Chinese Bible Psalm 112:7 French Bible Psalm 112:7 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Psalm 112:7 He will not be afraid of evil (Psalm Ps Psa.) |
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