2 Samuel 7:19

And this was yet a small thing in thy sight, O Lord God; but thou hast spoken also of thy servant’s house for a great while to come. And is this the manner of man, O Lord God?

Cross-references

In 2 Samuel 7:11-16, God promises David an eternal dynasty — the 'great while' David marvels at in his response.

In 2 Samuel 12:8, Nathan reminds David of God's abundant gifts — directly echoes the theme of God's generosity that David marvels at here.

In Numbers 16:9, Moses asks if being chosen is 'a small thing' — the same phrase David uses about God's promises, linking divine election.

In 1 Chronicles 17:17, the same prayer is recorded with an added phrase about being 'regarded as a man of high degree' — a parallel account.

Ephesians 3:20 says God does above all we ask — David's amazement that God promises beyond expectation matches this.

Luke 1:48 Allusion

Luke 1:48 echoes David's wonder — God looks on the lowly servant and exalts them, fulfilling the promise to David's house through Mary.

Acts 7:46 Historical context

Acts 7:46 recalls David finding favor and desiring a dwelling for God — directly referencing the context of God's covenant with David.

1 John 3:1 Parallel

1 John 3:1 marvels at being called children of God — an echo of the covenant promise that extends to all humanity through David's house.

Matthew 7:11 Related theme

Matthew 7:11 promises God gives good gifts to those who ask — reinforcing the theme of God's abundant generosity beyond what seems small.