2 Samuel 7:1-3

“God’s wonderful works and thoughts toward us are too many to count. The right thing to do is not to let His grace go to waste. To be fair to Him, our attitude and action must be right.”

1. God’s gift of rest to David

a. Reflect the greatness of the giver, not the receiver.

b. Encompass peace and prosperity.

Samuel 7:8, 9; Exodus 34:6; 2 Deuteronomy 12:9-11; John 1:16, 17; 2 Corinthians 9:8; Ephesians 2:8-10; 1 Corinthians 15:9, 10

2. David’s response to God’s gift

a. Reveals the movement of his heart (Gratitude, concern & fairness).

b. Establishes a timeless Kingdom principle (reciprocity).

2 Samuel 7:2; Psalm 116:12-14 (MSG); 1 Chronicles 13:1-3; Psalm 132:4, 5; 1 Chronicles 29:10-14; Exodus 25:8, 9; Daniel 4:29, 30; Luke 12:16-21 (MSG)

3. God’s remarkable promises to David  

Offers a bigger and richer loop (Promotion, presence, protection & permanence)                 

2 Samuel 7:1, 9-11; 23:5, 6; Genesis 27:30; 32:26; Luke 17:12-19