1 Samuel 24:21

New International Reader's Version

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.”

Cross References

Genesis 21:23

Now make a promise to me here while God is watching. Give me your word that you will treat me fairly. Promise that you will treat my children and their children the same way. I’ve been kind to you. Now you be kind to me and the country where you are living as an outsider.”

Genesis 31:48

Laban said, “This pile of stones is a witness between you and me today.” That’s why it was named Galeed.

Genesis 31:53

The God of Abraham and Nahor is also the God of their father. May their God decide which of us is right.” So Jacob made a promise using the name of the God his father Isaac worshiped.

Hebrews 6:16

People promise things by someone greater than themselves. Giving your word makes a promise certain. It puts an end to all arguing.

1 Samuel 23:17

“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.”

1 Samuel 25:28

“Please forgive me if I shouldn’t have done that. The Lord your God will certainly give you and your family line a kingdom that will last. That’s because you fight the Lord’s battles. You won’t do anything wrong as long as you live.

1 Samuel 25:30

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