In this Bible Story, David comes to the realization that the Lord should have a temple built for him. Nathan the prophet agrees, and speaks for the Lord saying his kingdom would be established forever. The Lord blesses all of David’s exploits, and the kingdom of Israel continues to grow day by day. This story is inspired by 2 Samuel 7-8 & 4:4 & I Chronicles 17-18. Go to BibleinaYear.com and learn the Bible in a Year.

Today's Bible verse is 2 Samuel 7:2 from the King James Version.

Episode 100: As David looks around at his luxurious new home, he is struck by the sudden urge to build a better home for God. So he holds counsel with Nathan the Prophet and Nathan encourages him and prays for him. That night, Nathan receives a promise from God for David, a promise that God will build up the household of David. David exemplified what it meant for a leader to follow God. He worshiped God both in battle and in praise and he taught the nation to do the same.

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