1 Chronicles 17:16

David's Prayer of Thanksgiving

16 Then King David went in, sat in the Lord's presence, and said, "Who am I, Lord God, and what is my house that You have brought me this far?

1 Chronicles 17:16 Meaning and Commentary

1 Chronicles 17:16

(See Gill on 1 Chronicles 17:1).

1 Chronicles 17:16 In-Context

14 I will appoint him over My house and My kingdom forever, and his throne will be established forever.' "
15 Nathan recounted all these words and this entire vision to David.
16 Then King David went in, sat in the Lord's presence, and said, "Who am I, Lord God, and what is my house that You have brought me this far?
17 This was a little thing to You, God, for You have spoken about Your servant's house in the distant future. You regard me as a man of distinction, Lord God.
18 What more can David say to You for honoring Your servant? You know Your servant.
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