Experiencing God’s Covenant Kindness: Lessons from David and Mephibosheth

The Hebrew term hesed speaks of covenant kindness rooted in promise, not personal merit. In 2 Samuel 9, King David seeks out Mephibosheth, Jonathan’s son, to demonstrate this divine mercy. Though Mephibosheth was disabled and fearful, David restores his grandfather’s inheritance and invites him to share the royal table. This act shows covenant kindness—God lifting the unworthy into honour. We too are brought into God’s family through undeserved grace. True mercy flows from the greater to the lesser and transforms lives, seating us with Christ in glory. Prayer Dear Father, thank you for your covenant kindness. I receive your mercy with gratitude and live in the honour and provision you give. Amen. Further Study Psalm 36:7; Isaiah 54:10; 1 Samuel 2:8

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