David was king, and as such, he could have sought power and glory for himself. Instead, he denied himself and sought the LORD. He made a vow to bring the ark of the LORD back to Jerusalem-where all of the Israelites could worship the LORD, where the priests and Levites could serve, and where the LORD could dwell among his people. David brought the ark to Jerusalem and prayed that God would accept his heart's desire.

God blessed David and his vow. He made an oath to place one of David's descendants on his throne forever. It was an everlasting oath. The LORD's vow saw its ultimate fulfillment in Jesus. The LORD made an oath he would not revoke, that he would be with his people as their abundant source of blessing for ever and ever. The LORD would be their true king. He would rule over even the powers of sin and death to bring salvation. He blessed David by bringing the horn of salvation through him.


Application: Lord, the beauty of your salvation is more than I can conceive of. Come dwell with me today and be my great hope.
One Word: The LORD is our salvation