New International Reader's Version

2 Samuel 7:23-28 New International Reader's Version (NIRV)

23. "Who is like your people Israel? God, we are the one nation on earth you have saved. You have set us free for yourself. Your name has become famous. You have done great and wonderful things. You have driven out nations and their gods to make room for your people. You saved us when you set us free from Egypt.

24. You made Israel your very own people forever. Lord, you have become our God.

25. "And now, Lord God, keep forever the promise you have made to me and my royal house. Do exactly as you promised.

26. Then your name will be honored forever. People will say, 'The Lord rules over all. He is God over Israel.' My royal house will be made secure in your sight.

27. "Lord who rules over all, you are the God of Israel. Here's what you have shown me. You told me, 'I will build you a royal house.' So I can boldly offer this prayer to you.

28. Lord and King, you are God! Your words can be trusted. You have promised many good things to me.