Passage
2 Samuel 9:1-13 (ESV)
Joseph is Put in Prison
Genesis 39:13-23
Key Verse: 39:23
David Remembers Jonathan
Date: Sep. 13, 2018
Daily Bread
Key Verse: 9:7
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.”
1. For the sake of Jonathan (1-7)
Jonathan and David had made a covenant in their youth. Jonathan had been loyal to David even at the risk of his life and the cost of his crown (1Sa 20:16,30-34,42). Now David was established as king of Israel. He did not forget the loyalty and faithfulness of Jonathan. His sense of history and faithfulness to keep his promise went beyond politics.
2. Mephibosheth (8-13)
Jonathan had one surviving son, Mephibosheth. He was crippled in both feet, and in his spirit as well. The favor David bestowed on him was totally undeserved. David not only restored his land and personal property, he also invited him to eat at his table like his own son. David did not just give him money; he gave his love to a man who didn't deserve it. God's grace to me--for Jesus' sake--is like this.
Prayer: Lord,I was useless and an enemy, but you poured out your grace on me and gave me your great love. Give me a generous and loving heart like yours.
One Word: Be generous and remember others' kindness
