2 Samuel 9:7 Meaning and Explanation
“And David said unto him, Fear not: for I will surely shew thee kindness for Jonathan thy father’s sake, and will restore thee all the land of Saul thy father; and thou shalt eat bread at my table continually.”
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Read Full Chapter →David tells Mephibosheth not to fear, promises kindness for Jonathan's sake, restores Saul's land to him, and grants him a permanent place at the king's table.
What Does 2 Samuel 9:7 Mean?
David's first word is 'Fear not.' He pledges kindness for the sake of Jonathan, restores the whole inheritance Saul had lost, and -- greater still -- gives Mephibosheth a standing seat at the royal table. The crippled outcast is made an honored guest of the king for life.
Every blessing here flows from another's merit, not his own: it is 'for Jonathan thy father's sake.' So the lost are received for the sake of the Beloved Son, told 'fear not,' restored to their inheritance, and welcomed to the King's table forever. Grace does not merely spare; it seats us in lasting honor.
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What does 2 Samuel 9:7 mean?
David tells Mephibosheth not to fear, promises kindness for Jonathan's sake, restores Saul's land to him, and grants him a permanent place at the king's table.