II Samuel 7:19
The Scripture
(19) And this was yet a small thing in thy sight, O Lord GOD; but thou hast spoken also of thy servant's house for a great while to come. And is this the manner of man, O Lord GOD?
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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