2 "Now with all my ability I have provided for the house of my God the gold for the things of gold , and the silver for the things of silver , and the bronze for the things of bronze , the iron for the things of iron , and wood for the things of wood , onyx stones and inlaid stones, stones of antimony and stones of various colors , and all kinds of precious stones and alabaster in abundance .
Matthew Henry's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 29:2
Commentary on 1 Chronicles 29:1-9
(Read 1 Chronicles 29:1-9)
What is done in works of piety and charity, should be done willingly, not by constraint; for God loves a cheerful giver. David set a good example. This David offered, not from constraint, or for show; but because he had set his affection to the house of God, and thought he could never do enough towards promoting that good work. Those who would draw others to good, must lead the way themselves.