Why did David help Mephibosheth?

David wanted to show Saul’s family kindness because of his bond with Saul’s son, Jonathan, who had died in war. David sent for Mephibosheth, Johnathan’s son, so he could, “show the kindness of God to him” (2 Samuel 9:3).

What did David give to Mephibosheth?

David restored Saul’s inheritance to Mephibosheth and permitted him to live within his palace in Jerusalem.

How did Mephibosheth become crippled?

When a new king takes over they usually kill the royal family so there is no conflict later on. So Mephibosheth started out at a distinct disadvantage. In her haste his well-meaning nurse dropped him. Because of that fall, Mephibosheth grew up crippled in both feet.

Why was Mephibosheth taken to Lo Debar?

The nurse had taken Mephibosheth because she feared for his life. And while she saved his life, she could not keep him from falling and crippling himself.

Why was Mephibosheth taken to lodebar?

How was David anointed?

So Samuel took the horn of oil and anointed him in the presence of his brothers, and from that day on the Spirit of the LORD came upon David in power. Samuel then went to Ramah. And the LORD is with him.” Then Saul sent messengers to Jesse and said, “Send me your son David, who is with the sheep.”

How old was David when he was anointed by Saul?

around 15 years old
David was around 15 years old when Samuel anointed him king in the midst of his brothers.

What did King David do to take care of Mephibosheth?

King David remembered his good friend Jonathan. He found out that before Jonathan died, he had had a son named Mephibosheth. David had Mephibosheth brought before him. He gave Mephibosheth all of the land that had belonged to Saul. He also gave him servants and told him that he would always take care of him.

Did King David retaliate against Saul’s family?

Though David had suffered greatly because of Saul’s jealous wrath, David did not retaliate against Saul’s family. He did not tolerate abusive treatment of any of the members of Saul’s family. Still, he wished there were something more he could do.

Who saved David’s life in the Bible?

Jonathan had saved David’s life. David remembered a promise he had made to Jonathan. If anything happened to Jonathan, David had promised that he would take care of Jonathan’s family. The more David thought about Jonathan, the more he wanted to keep his promise. David had an idea.

How did sin affect Saul’s life?

Sin spoiled Saul’s life, the life of his son Jonathan, and deeply hurt the heart of David. Note to Teacher: This is a sobering passage to those of us who are parents.