11. The Crippled Mephibosheth ( 2Samuel 9:1 – 12)
David showed favor to Mephibosheth in remembrance of Jonathan. 👉 Read 2Samuel 9:1 - 13 Q1. Why did David show favor to Mephibosheth? Find two supporting verses for your answer. Answers 👉 For the sake of Jonathan (because of the covenant with him) v1, v7 Q2. The Bible seems to emphasize that Mephibosheth was crippled and that he was a regular guest at the king’s table. Find supporting verses. Answer 👉 Both of his feet were crippled (v3, v13) He regularly ate at David’s table (v11, v13) The repeated mention of Mephibosheth’s crippled feet highlights the downfall of Saul’s house. Yet, his family line continued through his young son. He inherited Saul’s land, and Saul’s name lived on through Mephibosheth’s son. His family survived by grace. Ziba’s household became his servants, and by David’s favor, Mephibosheth was partially restored to royal privilege by eating at the king’s table. Q3. What was David’s favor for Mephibosheth? Answers 👉 He received all the lan...