But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.
Some Gadites defected to David at his stronghold in the desert. They were brave warriors, ready for battle and able to handle the shield and spear. Their faces were the faces of lions, and they were as swift as gazelles in the mountains.
May my lips overflow with praise, for you teach me your decrees.
The desert owl and screech owl will possess it; the great owl and the raven will nest there. God will stretch out over Edom the measuring line of chaos and the plumb line of desolation.
to shine on those living in darkness and in the shadow of death, to guide our feet into the path of peace.'