1 Chronicles 29:12
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Notice how David emphasizes that everything – even the seemingly grand things like riches and honor – originates from God and is held within His hand. This isn't just about God having power; it's about His active participation in making others great and giving them strength, showing that even our successes are gifts entrusted to us.
Both riches and honor come from you, and you rule over all. In your hand are power and might, and in your hand it is to make great and to give strength to all.
English Standard Version (ESV)
This verse is part of David's prayer at the dedication of the temple materials, right after he's encouraged the people and his son Solomon, highlighting that all the wealth for building the temple ultimately belongs to God. The surrounding verses show David acknowledging God's sovereignty and generosity, setting the stage for the people's willing offerings and a powerful closing song of praise. David is essentially saying that anything good, including the resources for worship and the strength to give, comes from God's sovereign hand.
David is about to present a massive offering for the temple. Where does he say all that wealth came from? It's a powerful reminder about the source of all good things.
The Ultimate Source
David's declaration in this verse is incredible. As he's about to give immense riches to God, he doesn't boast about his own or the people's wealth. Instead, he points to the ultimate source: God.
David mentions God's hand multiple times. What does this signify about how God operates in the world, especially when it comes to empowering people?
God's Mighty Hand
David emphasizes the physical reality of God's power through the metaphor of His 'hand.' This isn't just abstract power; it's active and intentional.
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Understand the original words
kabod · Hebrew Noun
The state of having high social status, prestige, or favorable regard, which ultimately flows from God’s sovereign distribution of blessings.
This passage echoes the idea that true wealth and success come from God, reminding us that He gives us the ability to gain it, just as 1 Chronicles states God gives strength and makes great.
Psalm 24:1This Psalm directly declares that 'The earth is the LORD's, and the fullness thereof,' aligning perfectly with the theme that all riches and honor originate from God's sovereign hand.
Daniel 2:21Daniel's prayer highlights God's absolute control over all earthly powers, stating that He 'changes times and seasons, deposes kings and raises them up,' reinforcing the sovereignty over rulers and nations mentioned in Chronicles.
Matthew 6:33Jesus teaches us to seek first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness, trusting that all these things (material needs) will be provided, which is a New Testament parallel to acknowledging that God is the ultimate source of provision and honor.
Notice how David emphasizes that everything – even the seemingly grand things like riches and honor – originates from God and is held within His hand. This isn't just about God having power; it's about His active participation in making others great and giving them strength, showing that even our successes are gifts entrusted to us.
This verse is part of David's prayer at the dedication of the temple materials, right after he's encouraged the people and his son Solomon, highlighting that all the wealth for building the temple ultimately belongs to God. The surrounding verses show David acknowledging God's sovereignty and generosity, setting the stage for the people's willing offerings and a powerful closing song of praise. David is essentially saying that anything good, including the resources for worship and the strength to give, comes from God's sovereign hand.
This verse is part of David's prayer at the dedication of the temple materials, right after he's encouraged the people and his son Solomon, highlighting that all the wealth for building the temple ultimately belongs to God. The surrounding verses show David acknowledging God's sovereignty and generosity, setting the stage for the people's willing offerings and a powerful closing song of praise. David is essentially saying that anything good, including the resources for worship and the strength to give, comes from God's sovereign hand.
"Both riches and honor come from you, and you rule over all. In your hand are power and might, and in your hand it is to make great and to give strength to all." — Notice how David emphasizes that everything – even the seemingly grand things like riches and honor – originates from God and is held within His hand. This isn't just about God having power; it's a…
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Last reviewed October 2026
