8-1-07 Exodus 18:21, 2 Samuel 23:2

Exodus 18:21 (NAS)
Furthermore, you shall select out of all the people able men who fear God, men of truth, those who hate dishonest gain; and you shall place these over them, as leaders of thousands, of hundreds, of fifties and of tens.
2 Samuel 23:2 (NAS)
The Spirit of the LORD spoke by me, And His word was on my tongue.

Exodus 18:21 (NRSV)
You should also look for able men among all the people, men who fear God, are trustworthy, and hate dishonest gain; set such men over them as officers over thousands, hundreds, fifties and tens.
2 Samuel 23:2 (NRSV)
The spirit of the LORD speaks through me; his word is upon my tongue.

The Lord has chosen you to lead His people; He knows that you are strong and mighty. He knows your abilities and how efficiently you carry out His commands. You are a prime example of someone who fears and stands in awe of Jehovah. You always honor and respect Him and His wishes.

You have proven yourself to be faithful and reliable. You abide by God's truth, speaking and living it daily. It has established and made you firm and sure. You hate unjust gain or any profit acquired by violence. You do not succumb to covetousness and greed.

Because of your character, God has appointed and ordained you to rule His people and to extend His compassion to them. You are able to teach them His precepts. He has given you the power to govern as His representative.

He has breathed His Spirit on you. Through Him you have courage, vigor, and patience. He gives you warlike energy and administrative power. He is the fragrance of your life.

Now Jehovah uses your tongue to speak His commands and His promises. Through your words and your songs you declare His precepts. Your speech puts the enemy to flight, not only in your life, but also in the lives of others. You are able to persuade men and bring them back to One who can restore their lives. What an awesome responsibility and a joyful privilege!