2 Samuel 23:5-7

New Living Translation

⁵ “Is it not my family God has chosen?
    Yes, he has made an everlasting covenant with me.
His agreement is arranged and guaranteed in every detail.
    He will ensure my safety and success.
⁶ But the godless are like thorns to be thrown away,
    for they tear the hand that touches them.
⁷ One must use iron tools to chop them down;
    they will be totally consumed by fire.”