When David had a longing to build the Lord a house,
he voiced his heart's intention by means of solemn vows.
His people caught the vision: to build a sacred place
where holy joy and worship would please the God of grace.
Let David be remembered, your faithful servant, Lord:
the depth of his devotion, the hardships he endured.
The Lord then vowed to David: his house would surely last
if only his successors held God's commandments fast;
God longed to set among them a throne for heaven's King;
what joy and what abundance his presence there would bring!
Let David's lam be lighted, your chosen Servant, Lord:
his kingdom be established, his triumph be assured.
