2 Samuel 7
King David regretfully realizes, "Here I am, living in a palace ... while the ark of God remains in a tent". But God says to him, "Are you the one to build me a house to dwell in? I have not dwelt in a house from the day I brought the Israelites up out of Egypt to this day. I have been moving from place to place with a tent as my dwelling. Wherever I have moved with all the Israelites, did I ever say to any of their rulers whom I commanded to shepherd my people Israel, 'Why have you not built me a house of cedar?' ... I have been with you wherever you have gone.. I will make your name like the names of the greatest men of the earth.. And I will provide a place for my people Israel and will plant them so that they can have a home of their own.. The Lord himself will establish a house for you. " It seems that God is making at least one thing clear here-- He reminds David that He is the source of protection and safety and is the provider and establisher of his home. David embraces God's message humbly, "O LORD Almighty, God of Israel, you have revealed this to your servant, saying, ‘I will build a house for you.’ So your servant has found courage to offer you this prayer. O Sovereign LORD, you are God! Your words are trustworthy, and you have promised these good things to your servant. Now be pleased to bless the house of your servant, that it may continue forever in your sight; for you, O Sovereign LORD, have spoken, and with your blessing the house of your servant will be blessed forever." This seems to be a prayer that we also can embrace and offer to our God in thanksgiving and praise for His faithfulness in providing for us each day.