For thou, O my God, hast told thy servant that thou wilt build him an house: therefore thy servant hath found in his heart to pray before thee.
For you, O my God, have told your servant that you will build him a house: therefore your servant has found courage in his heart to pray to you.
David is saying that because God promised to establish his family dynasty, he now feels confident and encouraged to pray boldly to God.
📚 Historical Context
In the historical context of 1 Chronicles 17, King David had expressed his desire to build a temple for God, but God revealed through the prophet Nathan that He would instead establish David's royal dynasty as a lasting legacy. This promise came during a time of peace in David's reign, around 1000 BC, when Israel was united under his rule. As a result, David responded in prayer, acknowledging God's faithfulness and sovereignty in his life.
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