When God Says No | 2 Samuel 7
Jay Worsley
The ark and presence of God has been brought up to Jerusalem. David, resting from his enemies, finds it uncomfortable that he lives in a cedar palace while the Ark of God sits in a tent. Although David wants to build God a "house", God says no. It's not the right timing. God actually has a better plan! 2 Samuel 7 centers on God’s promise to establish David’s dynasty forever, reversing David's desire to build a physical house for Him. God promises to build a "house" (dynasty) for David, pointing toward an eternal king (Jesus). Through God's covenant faithfulness we are encouraged to trust God’s plans over our own. This is how we should respond "When God Says No"!