1 Chronicles 28:7-10; 1 Chronicles 28:20

1 Chronicles 28:7-10

7 I will establish his kingdom forever if he will remain determined to obey my commands and laws, as he is doing today.'

8 Now, [leaders, I order you] in the sight of Israel (the LORD's congregation) and as our God listens to dedicate your lives to doing everything the LORD your God has commanded. Then you will be able to possess this good land and leave it as an inheritance to your descendants.

9 "And you, my son Solomon, learn to know your father's God. Serve the LORD wholeheartedly and willingly because he searches every heart and understands every thought [we have]. If you dedicate your life to serving him, he will accept you. But if you abandon him, he will reject you from then on.

10 So be careful, because the LORD has chosen you to build the temple as his holy place. Be strong, and do it."

1 Chronicles 28:20

20 David also told his son Solomon, "Be strong and courageous, and do the work. Don't be afraid or terrified. The LORD God, my God, will be with you. He will not abandon you before all the work on the LORD's temple is finished.