II Samuel 7:18
The Scripture
(18) Then went king David in, and sat before the LORD, and he said, Who am I, O Lord GOD? and what is my house, that thou hast brought me hitherto?
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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