68. He chose the tribe of Judah,and Mount Zion, which he loves.
69. He made his sanctuary as enduring as the heavens above;as secure as the earth, which he established permanently.
70. He chose David, his servant,and took him from the sheepfolds.
71. He took him away from following the mother sheep,and made him the shepherd of Jacob, his people,and of Israel, his chosen nation.
72. David cared for them with pure motives;he led them with skill.