1 Samuel 23:17

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

“Don't be afraid,” Jonathan said. “My father Saul will never get his hands on you. In fact, you're going to be the next king of Israel, and I'll be your highest official. Even my father knows it's true.”

Cross References

Psalm 118:6

The LORD is on my side, and I am not afraid of what others can do to me.

Proverbs 14:26

If you respect the LORD, you and your children have a strong fortress

Proverbs 19:21

We may make a lot of plans, but the LORD will do what he has decided.

Isaiah 35:3

Here is a message for all who are weak, trembling, and worried: “Cheer up! Don't be afraid. Your God is coming to punish your enemies. God will take revenge on them and rescue you.”

Isaiah 41:10

Don't be afraid. I am with you. Don't tremble with fear. I am your God. I will make you strong, as I protect you with my arm and give you victories.

Isaiah 41:14

People of Israel, don't worry, though others may say, “Israel is only a worm!” I am the holy God of Israel, who saves and protects you.

Isaiah 54:17

Weapons made to attack you won't be successful; words spoken against you won't hurt at all. My servants, Jerusalem is yours! I, the LORD, promise to bless you with victory.

Luke 12:32

My little group of disciples, don't be afraid! Your Father wants to give you the kingdom.

Acts 28:16

We arrived in Rome, and Paul was allowed to live in a house by himself with a soldier to guard him.

Acts 5:39

But if God is behind it, you cannot stop it anyway, unless you want to fight against God. The council members agreed with what he said,

Romans 15:24

So I plan to stop off on my way to Spain. Then after a short, but refreshing, stay with you, I hope you will quickly send me on.

Hebrews 13:6

That should make you feel like saying, “The Lord helps me! Why should I be afraid of what people can do to me?”

1 Samuel 20:31

You'll never be safe, and your kingdom will be in danger as long as that son of Jesse is alive. Turn him over to me now! He deserves to die!”

1 Samuel 22:23

Stay here. Isn't the same person trying to kill both of us? Don't worry! You'll be safe here with me.”

1 Samuel 24:19

If you really were my enemy, you wouldn't have let me leave here alive. I pray that the LORD will give you a big reward for what you did today.

1 Samuel 24:20

I realize now that you will be the next king, and a powerful king at that.

1 Samuel 24:21

Promise me with the LORD as your witness, that you won't wipe out my descendants. Let them live to keep my family name alive.

1 Samuel 24:4

They whispered to David, “The LORD told you he was going to let you defeat your enemies and do whatever you want with them. This must be the day the LORD was talking about.” David sneaked over and cut off a small piece of Saul's robe, but Saul didn't notice a thing.

1 Samuel 25:30

The LORD has promised to do many good things for you, even to make you the ruler of Israel. The LORD will keep his promises to you,