II Samuel 7:27
The Scripture
(27) For thou, O LORD of hosts, God of Israel, hast revealed to thy servant, saying, I will build thee an house: therefore hath thy servant found in his heart to pray this prayer unto thee.
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
Ruth 4:4I Samuel 9:15Psalms 40:6I Chronicles 17:25I Chronicles 17:26Psalms 10:17
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