2 Samuel 9:3–8 (ESV) —
3 And the king said, “Is there not still someone of the house of Saul, that I may show the kindness of God to him?” Ziba said to the king, “There is still a son of Jonathan; he is crippled in his feet.” 4 The king said to him, “Where is he?” And Ziba said to the king, “He is in the house of Machir the son of Ammiel, at Lo-debar.” 5 Then King David sent and brought him from the house of Machir the son of Ammiel, at Lo-debar. 6 And Mephibosheth the son of Jonathan, son of Saul, came to David and fell on his face and paid homage. And David said, “Mephibosheth!” And he answered, “Behold, I am your servant.” 7 And David said to him, “Do not fear, for I will show you kindness for the sake of your father Jonathan, and I will restore to you all the land of Saul your father, and you shall eat at my table always.” 8 And he paid homage and said, “What is your servant, that you should show regard for a dead dog such as I?”
NOTE: The picture is one of salvation. Man was born into this world perfect. But he fell and the fall crippled him. He went into hiding for fear of his King. But the King seeks him out, pulls him out of his cave, and restores him. He now eats at the table of the King. This is each one of us in every aspect. Undeserving in every way. We are dead dogs and don't deserve the grace that has been bestowed upon us. But when we place our faith in Jesus, we are sons and daughters of the King, and born again into a new family, where we sit at God's table.
The story is also a beautiful example of David following through on his promise to Jonathan. Ultimately, this decision probably resulted in Benjamin joining Judah when the ten tribes split away to form a new group.
PONDER:
- Do I appreciate my salvation?
- Do I see myself as a dead dog without Jesus?
PRAYER: Father, I am unworthy and you have been so kind. Thank you so much for your salvation and the grace that you show to me. Thank you for pulling me out of my hole. Thank you for inviting me to be your friend.
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