2 Samuel 7:3 And Nathan said to the king, Go, do all that is in your heart; for the LORD is with you. This brief and significant language has often been addressed to good men. And what can be more encouraging! 1. It describes an invaluable privilege. "Jehovah," the Eternal, the Unchangeable, the Faithful, the Covenant God of Israel, "is with thee;" not simply in his special presence, but also in his effectual grace, approving, directing, protecting, qualifying, helping, prospering thee. "I am with thee" (Genesis 26:24; Exodus 20:24). 2. It expresses a personal assurance. "With thee." Such assurance is given by the word of the prophet, the covenant of God, the argument of experience (ver. 9; 1 Samuel 18:32-37), and the conviction of the heart in the way of faith and, obedience. 3. It furnishes a powerful incitement to thanksgiving, prayer, conflict, labour, perseverance, hope (Haggai 2:4; 1 Corinthians 15:58). "Lo, I am with you always." The spiritual presence and fellowship of Christ are the secret of all spiritual strength and success. - D. Parallel Verses KJV: And Nathan said to the king, Go, do all that is in thine heart; for the LORD is with thee.WEB: Nathan said to the king, "Go, do all that is in your heart; for Yahweh is with you." |
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