So Mephibosheth lived in Jerusalem, for he ate always at the king’s table. Now he was lame in both his feet. 2 Samuel 9:13 – While the story we see unfold in this chapter doesn’t seem too outrageous to us, especially considering the heart of David, it would have seemed that way to those in David’s day. The custom in this time whenever a new ruler came to power was to massacre any who were connected to the previous ruler. For David to not do this, and to instead seek out Saul’s family to show God’s kindness to them, this was a unique move by David. When reading this passage we can certainly glean some lessons on how we ought to treat others. To show love to those who culture says not to, to seek out opportunities to show kindness, and to keep our promises even when no one would know if we didn’t. Yet in the grander picture of life, we aren’t the “David” in this story showing the kindness, we are “Mephiosheth.” Remember because of sin we were cast out of the kingdom, hiding from the King as Adam and Eve did, worried death was going to come our way if we ever were found by the King. Yet instead of death, our King Jesus sought us out, found us, saved us, and has sat us at His table to enjoy His food forever with Him. This honor shouldn’t be ours, but it is because of the King’s love for us. Remember then because of Christ you are no longer in the slums of sin eating the scraps of satan. You are seated at the King’s table forever enjoying the fullness of what He has to offer, all because of Jesus. Now that we have been granted such kindness, let’s seek to demonstrate that level of kindness to others. I love you, but Jesus loves you more – Mac – Daily DEVO 3028
Question To Ponder: How might you show others the same sort of kindness God has shown you?
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