This is part of a year long reading of the Bible chronologically in a harmonized format.

2 Samuel 7:1-29

- David desires to build a house for the ark but God promises instead to build David's house and dynasty.

- God affirms His covenant with David, foretelling an eternal throne and a son who will build the temple.

1 Chronicles 17:1-27

- David plans a temple for God but receives a divine promise of an enduring royal line through his offspring.

- David prays in gratitude for God's covenant and faithfulness to Israel.

Luke 24:50-53

- Jesus leads the disciples to Bethany, blesses them, and ascends into heaven.

- The disciples worship him with great joy and continually bless God in the temple.