1 Samuel 23:17

New International Reader's Version

“Don’t be afraid,” he said. “My father Saul won’t harm you. You will be king over Israel. And I will be next in command. Even my father Saul knows this.”

Cross References

Psalm 118:6

The Lord is with me. I will not be afraid. What can mere human beings do to me?

Proverbs 14:26

Anyone who shows respect for the Lord has a strong tower. It will be a safe place for their children.

Proverbs 19:21

A person may have many plans in their heart. But the Lord’s purpose wins out in the end.

Isaiah 35:3

Strengthen the hands of those who are weak. Help those whose knees give way.

Isaiah 35:4

Say to those whose hearts are afraid, “Be strong and do not fear. Your God will come. He will pay your enemies back. He will come to save you.”

Isaiah 41:10

So do not be afraid. I am with you. Do not be terrified. I am your God. I will make you strong and help you. I will hold you safe in my hands. I always do what is right.

Isaiah 41:14

Family of Jacob, you are as weak as a worm. But do not be afraid. People of Israel, there are only a few of you. But do not be afraid. I myself will help you,” announces the Lord. He is the one who sets his people free. He is the Holy One of Israel.

Isaiah 54:17

But no weapon used against you will succeed. People might bring charges against you. But you will prove that they are wrong. Those are the things I do for my servants. I make everything right for them,” announces the Lord.

Luke 12:32

“Little flock, do not be afraid. Your Father has been pleased to give you the kingdom.

Acts 28:16

When we got to Rome, Paul was allowed to live by himself. But a soldier guarded him.

Acts 5:39

But if their plans come from God, you won’t be able to stop these men. You will only find yourselves fighting against God.”

Romans 15:24

So I plan to see you when I go to Spain. I hope to visit you while I am passing through. And I hope you will help me on my journey there. But first I want to enjoy being with you for a while.

Hebrews 13:6

So we can say boldly, “The Lord helps me. I will not be afraid. What can mere human beings do to me?” (Psalm 118:6,7)

1 Samuel 20:31

You will never be king as long as Jesse’s son lives on this earth. And you will never have a kingdom either. So send someone to bring the son of Jesse to me. He must die!”

1 Samuel 22:23

So stay with me. Don’t be afraid. The man who wants to kill you wants to kill me too. You will be safe with me.”

1 Samuel 24:19

Suppose a man finds his enemy. He doesn’t let him get away without harming him. May the Lord reward you with many good things. May he do it because of the way you treated me today.

1 Samuel 24:20

I know for sure that you will be king. I know that the kingdom of Israel will be made secure under your control.

1 Samuel 24:21

Now make a promise in the name of the Lord. Promise me that you won’t kill the children of my family. Also promise me that you won’t wipe out my name from my family line.”

1 Samuel 24:4

David’s men said, “This is the day the Lord told you about. He said to you, ‘I will hand your enemy over to you. Then you can deal with him as you want to.’ ” So David came up close to Saul without being seen. He cut off a corner of Saul’s robe.

1 Samuel 25:30

The Lord will do for you every good thing he promised to do. He’ll appoint you ruler over Israel.