It was narrated that Abu Umamah said, in a marfu' Hadith:
"Adhere to righteousness and it is a blessing if you are able to do so. Know that the best of your deeds is prayer and that no one maintains his ablution except a believer." (JA)
English reference (JA): Vol. 1, Book 1, Hadith 279 (JA)
Arabic reference (JA): Book 1, Hadith 292 (JA)