II Samuel 7:16
The Scripture
(16) And thine house and thy kingdom shall be established for ever before thee: thy throne shall be established for ever.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
David desired to build a temple for the LORD, but the prophet Nathan relayed God's promise that instead of David building God a house, the LORD would build David a house—establishing his throne and kingdom forever. David responded with a humble prayer of thanksgiving for this everlasting covenant.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
II Samuel 7:13Genesis 49:10II Kings 19:34I Chronicles 17:13I Chronicles 17:14Psalms 45:6Psalms 72:5Psalms 72:17Psalms 72:18Psalms 72:19Psalms 89:36Psalms 89:37
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