David Anointed King

King David was able to accomplish much in his reign over Israel. The Lord had blessed him abundantly and he was able to defeat the Philistines, the Syrians, Ammonites and any others that came up against him. He also showed great compassion and ruled wisely. He avenged the murder of Ish-bosheth, obtained the ark of God, and showed mercy to Mephibosheth, Jonathan's son. He returned to him the lands of Saul. Throughout chapters 1-10 he did many great things and gave thanks to Lord continually.

David even offered to build a house to the Lord. His heart was in the right place but the Lord wouldn't let him build it. The Lord loved David and continued to bless him.  He was denied permission to build a temple because of the bloodshed he wrought for the Lord and his people.

If we look at 2 Sam. 7:12-17 the Lord promises David, through Nathan, that the house of David will forever be blessed and be shown mercy by the Lord. If I were to receive these promises I would react a lot liked David did in verses 18-29. David was astounded by this blessing from the Lord. He didn't feel as though he was worthy to receive such a great blessing. He thanked the Lord profusely and told him that He would continue to serve the Lord.

An important verse is also held in chapter 7. Verse 16 reads, "And thine house and thy kingdom shall be established for ever before thee: thy throne shall be established for ever."
This is considered a Messianic prophecy. David ruled over the Israel and as we know, Christ was a descendant of David's. This was a prophecy of the coming Messiah and his rule over Israel forever.