So now, let the power of my Lord be great, just as you have said,

There the wicked cease from turmoil, and there the weary are at rest.

Is my strength like that of stones? or is my flesh made of bronze?

He is wise in heart and mighty in strength – who has resisted him and remained safe?

“How you have helped the powerless! How you have saved the person who has no strength!

Moreover, the strength of their hands – what use was it to me? Men whose strength had perished;

With great power God grasps my clothing; he binds me like the collar of my tunic.

Indeed, God is mighty; and he does not despise people, he is mighty, and firm in his intent.

Would your wealth sustain you, so that you would not be in distress, even all your mighty efforts?

He announced that he would do mighty deeds for his people, giving them a land that belonged to other nations.

Our Lord is great and has awesome power; there is no limit to his wisdom.

A wise warrior is strong, and a man of knowledge makes his strength stronger;

He gives strength to those who are tired; to the ones who lack power, he gives renewed energy.

Jeroboam did not regain power during the reign of Abijah. The Lord struck him down and he died.

Would he contend with me with great power? No, he would only pay attention to me.

As for the Almighty, we cannot attain to him! He is great in power, but justice and abundant righteousness he does not oppress.

No king is delivered by his vast army; a warrior is not saved by his great might.

Praise the Lord, you angels of his, you powerful warriors who carry out his decrees and obey his orders!

“Listen to me in silence, you coastlands! Let the nations find renewed strength! Let them approach and then speak; let us come together for debate!

I alone was left to see this great vision. My strength drained from me, and my vigor disappeared; I was without energy.