The King's Table: What David's Kindness to Mephibosheth Teaches Us About God's HeartDiscover the powerful story of King David and Mephibosheth that reveals God's heart of grace and restoration. While many know David's famous stories like defeating Goliath, this lesser-known account shows us how God pursues, restores, and welcomes us into His family.Mephibosheth was Jonathan's son and Saul's grandson who became disabled at age five while fleeing after his father and grandfather died in battle. Living in fear at Lo-debar (literally 'land of nothing'), he expected execution from the new king. Instead, David's actions revealed four aspects of God's character: 1. God Pursues the Forgotten - David actively sought Mephibosheth to bless him, just as God seeks us even in our hopeless moments. 2. God Extends Undeserved Kindness - David showed hesed (covenant faithfulness) based not on Mephibosheth's merit but on his covenant with Jonathan. God's love for us isn't based on our performance but on His covenant through Christ. 3. God Restores What Was Lost - David didn't just spare Mephibosheth's life but restored his inheritance and dignity. Similarly, God gives us new identity, purpose, and inheritance beyond just forgiveness. 4. God Brings Us to His Table - David welcomed Mephibosheth to eat at the king's table as family. God doesn't just save us from judgment but adopts us as His children.This message will help you recognize where you might be hiding from God, feeling unworthy or afraid. Learn how to embrace your identity as a child of the King and extend the same grace to others.