¹⁰ Nehemiah said, “Go and enjoy choice food and sweet drinks, and send some to those who have nothing^(A) prepared. This day is holy to our Lord. Do not grieve, for the joy^(B) of the Lord is your strength.”

Psalm 33

Psalm 34^[a][b]

Of David. When he pretended to be insane^(A) before Abimelek, who drove him away, and he left.

⁴ though I myself have reasons for such confidence.^(A)

If someone else thinks they have reasons to put confidence in the flesh, I have more:

¹¹ I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content^(A) whatever the circumstances.

¹³ I can do all this through him who gives me strength.^(A)

¹⁹ And my God will meet all your needs^(A) according to the riches of his glory^(B) in Christ Jesus.