Free group study handout
2 Samuel 7: Group Study Handout
How to use: read 2 Samuel 7 aloud together, then take the questions in order. One page is enough for an evening.
Overview
David lived in his house and had peace from his enemies (vv. 1-2). He expressed his desire to Nathan the prophet to build a temple for Yahweh.
Key verse
“Your house and your kingdom will be made sure forever before you. Your throne will be established forever.”’”
2 Samuel 7:16 (WEB)
Outline
- 2 Samuel 7:1–3 David's Desire for a Temple
- 2 Samuel 7:4–11 God's Response to Nathan
- 2 Samuel 7:12–16 The Davidic Covenant Established
- 2 Samuel 7:17–19 David's Humble Response
- 2 Samuel 7:20–25 David Praises God's Greatness
- 2 Samuel 7:26–29 David's Prayer for Blessing
Discussion questions
- In v2, what does David say about the house he lives in compared to God's ark?
- What promise does God make to David in v16 concerning his house and kingdom?
- God's question to David in v5 about building a house: what does this indicate about God's desire for a dwelling?
- David's prayer in v28 acknowledges God's truth: what does this suggest about David's understanding of God's promises?
- When has a desire to serve God, like David's wish to build in v2, changed unexpectedly for you?
Go deeper
Passages that echo 2 Samuel 7: 1 Chronicles 17, Psalm 89, Psalm 8.
Before next time: read 2 Samuel 8.