For thy word’s sake, and according to thine own heart, hast thou done all these great things, to make thy servant know them.
For the sake of your promise, and because of your own loving heart, you have done all these amazing things to let your servant know about them.
David is acknowledging that God has done incredible things not because David deserved them, but because of God's faithful promises and His own loving nature.
📚 Historical Context
In the historical context of 2 Samuel 7, King David had just received a divine promise through the prophet Nathan that God would establish an enduring dynasty for him, even though David had wanted to build a temple himself. This promise was part of God's covenant with David, highlighting His faithfulness to Israel during a time of national stability and expansion under David's rule. In verse 21, David responds in prayer, recognizing that God's great actions stem from His own word and heart to reveal His purposes to His servant.
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