As I read Mephibosheth’s words in this passage, “What is your servant that you take an interest in a dead dog like me?” (2 Samuel 9:8) it reminded me of David’s words to God in chapter 7.
Who am I, Lord God, and what is my house that you have brought me this far? (2 Samuel 7:18)
Why was David so filled with grace and mercy towards Mephibosheth? Because David himself had received so much grace and mercy from God.
If we do not truly grasp the wonder of God’s grace and mercy in our lives, we are not likely to be channels of that grace and mercy to others.
I know that I need to grasp God’s grace and mercy much more in my life.
How about you?
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