2 Samuel 2:4-7 ▼

4 Then the men of Judah came, and there they anointed David king over the house of Judah. They told David, “It was the men of Jabesh-gilead who buried Saul.”

5 David sent messengers to the men of Jabesh-gilead and said to them, “The LORD bless you because you have shown this kindness to Saul your lord when you buried him.

6 Now, may the LORD show kindness and faithfulness to you, and I will also show the same goodness to you because you have done this deed.

7 Therefore, be strong and valiant, for though Saul your lord is dead, the house of Judah has anointed me king over them.”