² When Joseph arrived, Jacob was told, “Your son Joseph has come to see you.” So Jacob^[a] gathered his strength and sat up in his bed.

The Whole Armor of God

¹⁰ A final word: Be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power.

¹⁸ Then I told them about how the gracious hand of God had been on me, and about my conversation with the king.

They replied at once, “Yes, let’s rebuild the wall!” So they began the good work.

¹⁶ Jonathan went to find David and encouraged him to stay strong in his faith in God.

²⁸ Instead, commission Joshua and encourage and strengthen him, for he will lead the people across the Jordan. He will give them all the land you now see before you as their possession.’