David asked Nathan if he should build a house for the Ark of the Covenant. Nathan says to do whatever David thinks right. THEN, the word of the Lord comes to Nathan. Nathan first answered David based on on his own opinion, without inquiring of the LORD. The LORD had a different plan.
How often do we set off on our own direction w/o inquiring of the LORD? If you are like me, the answer is - way too often! There is nothing too small for us to ask God about. Hold off, pray, and then wait for an answer. Life will go more in God's will - great place to be.
Then God tells David what He plans to do instead. David realizes that it all isn't about him. He says, "For the sake of Your Word and according to Your will, You have done this great thing." Let's all remember that God's blessings aren't for our fame, happiness, and good pleasure ultimately - He usually has a bigger purpose and we should remember that and seek it/them out.
Knowing our role in the Kingdom of God as servants makes life so much easier and so much more satisfying.
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