The sons of Reuben, Israel's firstborn -- (Now he was the firstborn, but when he defiled his father's bed, his rights as firstborn were given to the sons of Joseph, Israel's son. So Reuben is not listed as firstborn in the genealogical records.

David was thirsty and said, "How I wish someone would give me some water to drink from the cistern in Bethlehem near the city gate!"

From the three he was given double honor and he became their officer, even though he was not one of them.

From Zebulun there were 50,000 warriors who were prepared for battle, equipped with all kinds of weapons, and ready to give their undivided loyalty.

They spent three days feasting there with David, for their relatives had given them provisions.

Give thanks to the Lord! Call on his name! Make known his accomplishments among the nations!

Seek the Lord and the strength he gives! Seek his presence continually!

saying, "To you I will give the land of Canaan as the portion of your inheritance."

Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good and his loyal love endures.

Say this prayer: "Deliver us, O God who delivers us! Gather us! Rescue us from the nations! Then we will give thanks to your holy name, and boast about your praiseworthy deeds."

Joining them were Heman, Jeduthun, and the rest of those chosen and designated by name to give thanks to the Lord. (For his loyal love endures!)

What more can David say to you? You have honored your servant; you have given your servant special recognition.

Ornan told David, "You can have it! My master, the king, may do what he wants. Look, I am giving you the oxen for burnt sacrifices, the threshing sledges for wood, and the wheat for an offering. I give it all to you."

Look, you will have a son, who will be a peaceful man. I will give him rest from all his enemies on every side. Indeed, Solomon will be his name; I will give Israel peace and quiet during his reign.

Only may the Lord give you insight and understanding when he places you in charge of Israel, so you may obey the law of the Lord your God.

Then you will succeed, if you carefully obey the rules and regulations which the Lord ordered Moses to give to Israel. Be strong and brave! Don't be afraid and don't panic!

For David said, "The Lord God of Israel has given his people rest and has permanently settled in Jerusalem.

This was the order in which they carried out their assigned responsibilities when they entered the Lord's temple, according to the regulations given them by their ancestor Aaron, just as the Lord God of Israel had instructed him.

As for the Izharites: Kenaniah and his sons were given responsibilities outside the temple as officers and judges over Israel.

From all the many sons the Lord has given me, he chose Solomon my son to rule on his behalf over Israel.

You are the source of wealth and honor; you rule over all. You possess strength and might to magnify and give strength to all.

Now, our God, we give thanks to you and praise your majestic name!

"But who am I and who are my people, that we should be in a position to contribute this much? Indeed, everything comes from you, and we have simply given back to you what is yours.