2 Samuel 9:1
Then David asked, "Is there anyone left from the house of Saul to whom I can show kindness for the sake of Jonathan?"
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of 2 Samuel 9:1?

2. How does David's kindness in 2 Samuel 9:1 reflect God's covenant faithfulness?

3. What does seeking "anyone left of the house of Saul" teach about forgiveness?

4. How can we show kindness to others as David did in 2 Samuel 9:1?

5. What other biblical examples show honoring commitments like David's to Jonathan's family?

6. How can we apply David's example of loyalty in our relationships today?

7. Why did David seek to show kindness to Jonathan's family in 2 Samuel 9:1?

8. How does 2 Samuel 9:1 reflect the theme of covenant loyalty?

9. What historical context explains David's actions in 2 Samuel 9:1?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Samuel 9?

11. In 2 Samuel 9:1, how is it historical or archaeologically verifiable that no one else knew of Saul’s surviving heir except David’s court?

12. Why does 2 Samuel 9:4 specify Lo-debar as Mephibosheth’s hiding place if there is no clear extra-biblical record of such a location or its significance?

13. Who is Mephibosheth in the Bible?

14. What does 'How the mighty have fallen' mean?
Discussion Questions
1. How does David's inquiry about the house of Saul demonstrate his character and commitment to his covenant with Jonathan?

2. In what ways can we show kindness and mercy to others in our daily lives, reflecting the heart of God?

3. How can the friendship between David and Jonathan inspire us to cultivate deeper, more meaningful relationships with others?

4. What are some practical ways we can seek out opportunities to bless those around us, especially those who may be overlooked or forgotten?

5. How does the concept of covenant faithfulness in this passage connect to God's faithfulness to us, and how should that impact our relationships with others?1. How does David's treatment of Mephibosheth reflect the concept of grace?

2. What can we learn about the nature of covenants from David's actions in this chapter?

3. How does David's kindness towards Mephibosheth challenge societal norms of his time?

4. In what ways can we apply David's actions towards Mephibosheth in our interactions with others today?

5. How do David’s actions reflect his understanding of God’s mercy?

6. Discuss the importance of humility as demonstrated by Mephibosheth.

7. How does this chapter convey the theme of restoration?

8. Compare David's treatment of Mephibosheth with how society typically treats those who are different or disadvantaged.

9. How can we demonstrate the grace David showed to Mephibosheth in our modern-day life?

10. Discuss the role of Ziba in this chapter. What does his character tell us about servitude and obedience?

11. In what ways does David's behavior reflect Christ's love towards humanity?

12. How does this chapter illustrate the transition from fear to favor?

13. How does the relationship between David and Mephibosheth inspire loyalty and covenant-keeping in present-day relationships?

14. How might Mephibosheth's life have changed after receiving David's favor?

15. How might David's actions have influenced those in his court and kingdom?

16. How can we show unmerited favor to others in our communities, following David's example?

17. In what ways is the grace shown by David reflective of God's grace towards us?

18. How does the theme of covenantal faithfulness in this chapter apply to modern Christian living?

19. What can we learn from David's act of kindness towards someone from a lineage considered his enemy?

20. How does this chapter challenge us to act towards those who cannot repay us in our society today?

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