1 Kings 10:9

Conservative English Version

I praise the LORD your God. He is pleased with you and has made you king of Israel. The LORD loves Israel, so he has given them a king who will rule fairly and honestly.

Cross References

2 Samuel 23:3

Our Mighty Rock, the God of Jacob, told me, "A ruler who obeys God and does right

2 Samuel 5:12

David knew that the LORD had made him king of Israel and that he had made him a powerful ruler for the good of his people.

2 Samuel 8:15

David ruled all Israel with fairness and justice.

1 Kings 3:28

Everyone in Israel was amazed when they heard how Solomon had made his decision. They realized that God had given him wisdom to judge fairly.

1 Kings 5:7

Hiram was so happy when he heard Solomon's request that he said, "I am grateful that the LORD gave David such a wise son to be king of that great nation!"

1 Chronicles 17:22

You have chosen Israel to be your people forever, and you have become their God.

2 Chronicles 2:11

Hiram sent his answer back to Solomon: I know that the LORD must love his people, because he has chosen you to be their king.

Psalm 18:19

When I was fenced in, you freed and rescued me because you love me.

Psalm 22:8

and say, "Trust the LORD! If you are his favorite, let him protect you and keep you safe."

Psalm 72:2

Let him be honest and fair with all your people, especially the poor.

Isaiah 42:1

Here is my servant! I have made him strong. He is my chosen one; I am pleased with him. I have given him my Spirit, and he will bring justice to the nations.

Isaiah 62:4

Your name will no longer be "Deserted and Childless," but "Happily Married." You will please the LORD; your country will be his bride.

Isaiah 9:6

A child has been born for us. We have been given a son who will be our ruler. His names will be Wonderful Advisor and Mighty God, Eternal Father and Prince of Peace.

Isaiah 9:7

His power will never end; peace will last forever. He will rule David's kingdom and make it grow strong. He will always rule with honesty and justice. The LORD All-Powerful will make certain that all of this is done.

Jeremiah 31:3

Some time ago, the LORD appeared to me and told me to say: Israel, I will always love you; that's why I've been so patient and kind.

Malachi 1:2

Israel, I, the LORD, have loved you. And yet you ask in what way have I loved you. Don't forget that Esau was the brother of your ancestor Jacob, but I chose Jacob

Deuteronomy 7:8

but the LORD chose you because he loves you and because he had made a promise to your ancestors. Then with his mighty arm, he rescued you from the king of Egypt, who had made you his slaves.