1 Samuel 12:21-25

21Do not turn away after useless idols. They can do you no good, nor can they rescue you, because they are useless.

22For the sake of his great name the Lord will not reject his people, because the Lord was pleased to make you his own.

23As for me, far be it from me that I should sin against the Lord by failing to pray for you. And I will teach you the way that is good and right.

24But be sure to fear the Lord and serve him faithfully with all your heart; consider what great things he has done for you.

25Yet if you persist in doing evil, both you and your king will perish.”