11-16 “So now, son, God be with you. God-speed as you build the sanctuary for your God, the job God has given you. And may God also give you discernment and understanding when he puts you in charge of Israel so that you will rule in reverent obedience under God’s Revelation. That’s what will make you successful, following the directions and doing the things that God commanded Moses for Israel. Courage! Take charge! Don’t be timid; don’t hold back. Look at this—I’ve gone to a lot of trouble to stockpile materials for the sanctuary of God: a hundred thousand talents (3,775 tons) of gold, a million talents (37,750 tons) of silver, tons of bronze and iron—too much to weigh—and all this timber and stone. And you’re free to add more. And workers both plentiful and prepared: stonecutters, masons, carpenters, artisans in gold and silver, bronze and iron. You’re all set—get to work! And God-speed!”

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11 “Now, my son, the Lord be with(A) you, and may you have success and build the house of the Lord your God, as he said you would. 12 May the Lord give you discretion and understanding(B) when he puts you in command over Israel, so that you may keep the law of the Lord your God. 13 Then you will have success(C) if you are careful to observe the decrees and laws(D) that the Lord gave Moses for Israel. Be strong and courageous.(E) Do not be afraid or discouraged.

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