²¹ But select capable men^(A) from all the people—men who fear^(B) God, trustworthy men who hate dishonest gain^(C)—and appoint them as officials^(D) over thousands, hundreds, fifties and tens.

⁷ Now let the fear of the Lord be on you. Judge carefully, for with the Lord our God there is no injustice^(A) or partiality^(B) or bribery.”

⁹ He gave them these orders: “You must serve faithfully and wholeheartedly in the fear of the Lord.