2 Samuel 7:27

New American Bible - revised edition

Because you, Lord of hosts, God of Israel, have revealed to your servant, ‘I will build you a house,’ your servant now finds the courage to make this prayer before you.

Cross References

Psalm 10:17

You listen, Lord, to the needs of the poor; you strengthen their heart and incline your ear.

Ruth 4:4

So I thought I would inform you. Before those here present, including the elders of my people, purchase the field; act as redeemer. But if you do not want to do it, tell me so, that I may know, for no one has a right of redemption prior to yours, and mine is next.” He answered, “I will act as redeemer.”

Psalm 40:6

You, yes you, O Lord, my God, have done many wondrous deeds! And in your plans for us there is none to equal you. Should I wish to declare or tell them, too many are they to recount.

1 Samuel 9:15

The day before Saul’s arrival, the Lord had revealed to Samuel:

Exodus 1:21

And because the midwives feared God, God built up families for them.

1 Samuel 2:35

I will choose a faithful priest who shall do what I have in heart and mind. I will establish a lasting house for him and he shall serve in the presence of my anointed forever.

2 Samuel 7:11

and from the day when I appointed judges over my people Israel. I will give you rest from all your enemies. Moreover, the Lord also declares to you that the Lord will make a house for you:

2 Samuel 7:13

He it is who shall build a house for my name, and I will establish his royal throne forever.

1 Kings 11:38

If, then, you heed all that I command you, walking in my ways, and do what is right in my eyes by keeping my statutes and my commandments like David my servant, I will be with you. I will build a lasting house for you, just as I did for David; I will give Israel to you.