2 Samuel 9:1-13

Note: David remembered his promise to Jonathan (1 Sam. 20:15-42) and sought out a descendant to whom he could show kindness. The grace of David’s actions is accentuated by the fact that Mephibosheth was a member of Saul’s family, and some in David’s position might have suspected Jonathan’s son of wanting the throne. (More of Mephibosheth is recorded in 16:1-4 and 19:24-30.)

9:3 | In extending kindness to Mephibosheth, who was crippled and in need of mercy, David exemplified the kindness of God, who shows mercy to all who are crippled spiritually by sin and longing for grace (Rom. 5:6-8; Eph. 2:8-9).

9:7 | David went above and beyond what could have been expected, returning the family property, appointing servants for Mephibosheth, and allowing him to eat at his table.