1. After King David moved into his new house the Lord gave him some relief from all of his enemies around him.
2. King David said to Nathan the prophet, “Look, I am living in a fancy house made of cedar wood, but God’s Holy Box is still kept in a tent!”
3. Nathan said to King David, “Do whatever you want to do. The Lord will be with you.”
4. But that night, the Lord’S word came to Nathan:
10-11. And I chose a place for my people, the Israelites. I planted the Israelites. I gave them their own place to live so that they will not have to move from place to place anymore. In the past, I sent judges to lead my people, but evil people gave them many troubles. That will not happen now. I am giving you peace from all of your enemies. I promise that I will make your family a family of kings.