◄ 1 Chronicles 29:11 ►
Yours, O LORD, is the greatness and the power and the glory and the splendor and the majesty, for everything in heaven and on earth belongs to You. Yours, O LORD, is the kingdom, and You are exalted as head over all.
Study Bible
Yours, O LORD
This phrase establishes the ownership and sovereignty of God over all things. The Hebrew word for "LORD" here is "Yahweh," the personal name of God, emphasizing His eternal and self-existent nature. This declaration is a recognition of God's ultimate authority and His intimate relationship with His people. Historically, this acknowledgment was crucial for Israel, as it set the foundation for their identity as a nation chosen by God.

is the greatness
The term "greatness" in Hebrew is "gedullah," which conveys the idea of magnitude and importance. This word reflects God's supreme status above all creation. In the context of ancient Israel, recognizing God's greatness was essential for understanding His role as the Creator and Sustainer of the universe, which was a central theme in the worship and theology of the Israelites.

and the power
The Hebrew word for "power" is "geburah," indicating might and strength. This term underscores God's ability to act and intervene in the world. In the biblical narrative, God's power is demonstrated through His acts of creation, deliverance, and judgment. For the Israelites, acknowledging God's power was a source of comfort and assurance, knowing that their God was capable of overcoming any obstacle.

and the glory
"Glory" in Hebrew is "kabod," which signifies weightiness or honor. This word is often associated with God's manifest presence and His reputation among the nations. The glory of God is a recurring theme in Scripture, representing His holiness and the reverence due to Him. In the context of worship, giving glory to God was an act of ascribing to Him the honor and praise He deserves.

and the splendor
The term "splendor" is translated from the Hebrew word "tiferet," which means beauty or magnificence. This word highlights the aesthetic and awe-inspiring aspects of God's nature. In the ancient Near Eastern context, splendor was often associated with royalty and divinity, emphasizing the majestic and transcendent qualities of God.

and the majesty
"Majesty" in Hebrew is "hod," referring to grandeur and dignity. This term is used to describe the regal and sovereign aspects of God's character. The majesty of God is a reminder of His kingly rule and the respect and honor that are due to Him as the ultimate authority over all creation.

for everything in heaven and on earth is Yours
This phrase affirms God's ownership of all creation. The Hebrew word for "everything" is "kol," meaning all or every. This comprehensive statement reflects the biblical worldview that God is the Creator and Sustainer of the universe. It serves as a reminder of humanity's stewardship under God's authority and the call to live in accordance with His will.

Yours, O LORD, is the kingdom
The word "kingdom" in Hebrew is "mamlakah," denoting dominion and rule. This phrase acknowledges God's sovereign rule over all realms, both spiritual and earthly. In the biblical context, God's kingdom is both a present reality and a future hope, where His will is perfectly realized.

and You are exalted as head over all
The term "exalted" is from the Hebrew "rum," meaning to be high or lifted up. This phrase emphasizes God's supreme position above all powers and authorities. The concept of God as "head over all" reinforces His ultimate authority and the rightful place of worship and submission that His creation owes Him. This acknowledgment of God's exaltation is a central tenet of faith, inspiring believers to trust in His sovereign plan and purpose.

Persons / Places / Events
1. David
The king of Israel who is offering a prayer of praise and thanksgiving to God as he prepares for the building of the temple.

2. Israel
The nation chosen by God, to whom David is speaking and for whom he is preparing the temple.

3. Temple Preparation
The context of this verse is David's preparation for the building of the temple, which his son Solomon would eventually construct.

4. Jerusalem
The city where the temple would be built, serving as the spiritual center for Israel.

5. God (Yahweh)
The central figure of this verse, acknowledged as the sovereign ruler over all creation.
Teaching Points
Acknowledging God's Sovereignty
Recognize that everything in heaven and on earth belongs to God. This acknowledgment should lead to a life of humility and submission to His will.

Worship and Praise
Like David, we should regularly offer prayers of praise, recognizing God's greatness, power, and majesty in our lives.

Stewardship
Understanding that all things belong to God should influence how we manage our resources, time, and talents, using them for His glory.

God's Kingdom
As believers, we are part of God's kingdom. This identity should shape our values, priorities, and actions, aligning them with God's purposes.

Exalting God in Our Lives
In all we do, we should seek to exalt God, acknowledging Him as the head over all aspects of our lives.
Bible Study Questions
1. How does recognizing God's ownership of everything in heaven and on earth affect your daily decisions and priorities?

2. In what ways can you incorporate more praise and worship into your daily routine, following David's example?

3. How does understanding God's sovereignty provide comfort and assurance in times of uncertainty or difficulty?

4. What practical steps can you take to be a better steward of the resources God has entrusted to you?

5. How can you actively participate in advancing God's kingdom in your community and beyond?
Connections to Other Scriptures
Psalm 145:11-13
This passage also speaks of God's kingdom and His eternal dominion, echoing the themes of God's greatness and sovereignty.

Matthew 6:13
In the Lord's Prayer, Jesus acknowledges God's kingdom, power, and glory, reflecting the same attributes praised by David.

Revelation 4:11
This verse in Revelation praises God for His creation and sovereignty, similar to David's acknowledgment of God's ownership of heaven and earth.

Daniel 4:34-35
Nebuchadnezzar's acknowledgment of God's eternal dominion and authority parallels David's declaration of God's exalted position.
Sermons
David's BlessingJ.R. Thomson 1 Chronicles 29:10-19
All Strength is from GodD. Macleod.1 Chronicles 29:10-20
David's ThanksgivingJ. Wolfendale.1 Chronicles 29:10-20
David's ThanksgivingD. Clarkson.1 Chronicles 29:10-20
Divine OwnershipHomilist1 Chronicles 29:10-20
God's Supreme Dominion and Universal AuthorityR. Shittler.1 Chronicles 29:10-20
The Agency of God in Human GreatnessJ. Erskine, D. D.1 Chronicles 29:10-20
The Divine Greatness and BeneficenceJ. Johnson Cort, M. A.1 Chronicles 29:10-20
The Kingdom of GodW. Jay, M. A.1 Chronicles 29:10-20
The Last ThanksgivingJ. Wolfendale.1 Chronicles 29:10-20
The Lord is the Owner of All Things1 Chronicles 29:10-20
The Nature of True GreatnessJohn Proudfit, D. D.1 Chronicles 29:10-20
The Reciprocal Influence of Mind Upon Mind in WorshipAnon.1 Chronicles 29:10-20
Rejoicing Before GodW. Clarkson 1 Chronicles 29:10-22
David's Prayer and BlessingF. Whitfield 1 Chronicles 29:10-24
People
David, Gad, Isaac, Jehiel, Jesse, Nathan, Ophir, Samuel, Solomon, Zadok
Places
Hebron, Jerusalem, Ophir
Topics
Authority, Beauty, Dominion, Exalt, Exalted, Glory, Greatness, Heaven, Heavens, Honour, Indeed, Kingdom, Lifted, Lifting, Majesty, O, Power, Splendor, Splendour, Strength, Victory, Yours
Dictionary of Bible Themes
1 Chronicles 29:11

     1045   God, glory of
     1060   God, greatness of
     1090   God, majesty of
     1165   God, unique
     4203   earth, the
     5700   headship

1 Chronicles 29:10-13

     8428   example

1 Chronicles 29:10-19

     5686   fathers, examples

1 Chronicles 29:11-12

     1105   God, power of
     1130   God, sovereignty
     1335   blessing
     2376   kingdom of God, coming
     4019   life, believers' experience
     4055   heaven and earth
     5369   kingship, divine

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     5289   debt

Library
The Waves of Time
'The times that went over him.'--1 CHRON. xxix. 30. This is a fragment from the chronicler's close of his life of King David. He is referring in it to other written authorities in which there are fuller particulars concerning his hero; and he says, 'the acts of David the King, first and last, behold they are written in the book of Samuel the seer ... with all his reign and his might, and the times that went over him, and over all Israel, and over all the kingdoms of the countries.' Now I have ventured …
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy Scripture

That we Ought to Offer Ourselves and all that is Ours to God, and to Pray for All
The Voice of the Disciple Lord, all that is in the heaven and in the earth is Thine.(1) I desire to offer myself up unto thee as a freewill offering, and to continue Thine for ever. Lord, in the uprightness of mine heart I willingly offer(2) myself to Thee to-day to be Thy servant for ever, in humble submission and for a sacrifice of perpetual praise. Receive me with this holy Communion of Thy precious Body, which I celebrate before Thee this day in the presence of the Angels invisibly surrounding, …
Thomas A Kempis—Imitation of Christ

The History Books
[Illustration: (drop cap T) Assyrian idol-god] Thus little by little the Book of God grew, and the people He had chosen to be its guardians took their place among the nations. A small place it was from one point of view! A narrow strip of land, but unique in its position as one of the highways of the world, on which a few tribes were banded together. All around great empires watched them with eager eyes; the powerful kings of Assyria, Egypt, and Babylonia, the learned Greeks, and, in later times, …
Mildred Duff—The Bible in its Making

Concerning Salutations and Recreations, &C.
Concerning Salutations and Recreations, &c. [1273] Seeing the chief end of all religion is to redeem men from the spirit and vain conversation of this world and to lead into inward communion with God, before whom if we fear always we are accounted happy; therefore all the vain customs and habits thereof, both in word and deed, are to be rejected and forsaken by those who come to this fear; such as taking off the hat to a man, the bowings and cringings of the body, and such other salutations of that …
Robert Barclay—Theses Theologicae and An Apology for the True Christian Divinity

Enoch, the Deathless
BY REV. W. J. TOWNSEND, D.D. Enoch was the bright particular star of the patriarchal epoch. His record is short, but eloquent. It is crowded into a few words, but every word, when placed under examination, expands indefinitely. Every virtue may be read into them; every eulogium possible to a human character shines from them. He was a devout man, a fearless preacher of righteousness, an intimate friend of God, and the only man of his dispensation who did not see death. He sheds a lustre on the …
George Milligan—Men of the Bible; Some Lesser-Known

The Exile --Continued.
We have one psalm which the title connects with the beginning of David's stay at Adullam,--the thirty-fourth. The supposition that it dates from that period throws great force into many parts of it, and gives a unity to what is else apparently fragmentary and disconnected. Unlike those already considered, which were pure soliloquies, this is full of exhortation and counsel, as would naturally be the case if it were written when friends and followers began to gather to his standard. It reads like …
Alexander Maclaren—The Life of David

Covenanting a Duty.
The exercise of Covenanting with God is enjoined by Him as the Supreme Moral Governor of all. That his Covenant should be acceded to, by men in every age and condition, is ordained as a law, sanctioned by his high authority,--recorded in his law of perpetual moral obligation on men, as a statute decreed by him, and in virtue of his underived sovereignty, promulgated by his command. "He hath commanded his covenant for ever."[171] The exercise is inculcated according to the will of God, as King and …
John Cunningham—The Ordinance of Covenanting

Chronicles
The comparative indifference with which Chronicles is regarded in modern times by all but professional scholars seems to have been shared by the ancient Jewish church. Though written by the same hand as wrote Ezra-Nehemiah, and forming, together with these books, a continuous history of Judah, it is placed after them in the Hebrew Bible, of which it forms the concluding book; and this no doubt points to the fact that it attained canonical distinction later than they. Nor is this unnatural. The book …
John Edgar McFadyen—Introduction to the Old Testament

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