David was afraid of God that day and asked, “How can I ever bring the ark of God to me?”

But David could not go before it to inquire of God, because he was afraid of the sword of the angel of the Lord.

Then you will have success if you are careful to observe the decrees and laws that the Lord gave Moses for Israel. Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or discouraged.

David also said to Solomon his son, “Be strong and courageous, and do the work. Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the Lord God, my God, is with you. He will not fail you or forsake you until all the work for the service of the temple of the Lord is finished.