1 Chronicles 29:10-19

10David praised the Lord before the entire assembly: “O Lord God of our father Israel, you deserve praise forevermore!

11O Lord, you are great, mighty, majestic, magnificent, glorious, and sovereign over all the sky and earth! You have dominion and exalt yourself as the ruler of all.

12You are the source of wealth and honor; you rule over all. You possess strength and might to magnify and give strength to all.

13Now, our God, we give thanks to you and praise your majestic name!

14“But who am I and who are my people, that we should be in a position to contribute this much? Indeed, everything comes from you, and we have simply given back to you what is yours.

15For we are resident foreigners and nomads in your presence, like all our ancestors; our days are like a shadow on the earth, without security.

16O Lord our God, all this wealth, which we have collected to build a temple for you to honor your holy name, comes from you; it all belongs to you.

17I know, my God, that you examine thoughts and are pleased with integrity. With pure motives I contribute all this; and now I look with joy as your people who have gathered here contribute to you.

18O Lord God of our ancestors Abraham, Isaac, and Israel, maintain the motives of your people and keep them devoted to you.

19Make my son Solomon willing to obey your commands, rules, and regulations, and to complete building the palace for which I have made preparations.”