Introduction #

The LORD’s goodness to his people is unparalleled. He continues to bless His people despite their underserving state and conduct. The LORD has just promised David that the throne will be established in David’s household that will last forever. In Jewish thought, this is a promise of deliverance that will come through the promised Messiah. This goodness is from the LORD. David responds to the LORD’s covenant with thanksgiving. In doing so, he teaches us the attitude of giving thanks to the LORD for all he is and what he has done and continues to do. Giving thanks is done in moments but should be understood as an attitude. It is an attitude of gratitude.

Text: 1 Chronicles 17:16-27

Attitude in prayer #

A. Intentional in prayer

1. Went before the LORD and said (v. 16a)

B. Humility in prayer

1. Who am I, or LORD, and what is my household? (v. 17)
2. You have honored your undeserving servant (v. 18)

Acknowledging the source of blessings (covenant) #

• The LORD

1. According to your heart (v. 19a)
2. There is none like you (v. 20)
3. There is no God besides you (v. 20)

Nature of the covenant #

1. It is the LORD’s work of greatness (v. 19b)
2. Makes known the great things of the Lord (v. 19c)
3. It will come to pass according to the LORD’s promise (v. 23)
4. It is everlasting (22-23)

Results of the covenant #

1. Makes Israel the people of God (v. 22)
2. Brings freedom to captives (v. 21)
3. Establishes David’s household forever (v. 24-25)
4. It pleases the LORD (v. 27)
5. Blesses the household of the LORD’s servant forever (v. 27).