1. What is the meaning of 2 Samuel 9:2?

2. How does 2 Samuel 9:2 demonstrate David's commitment to honoring past relationships?

3. What can we learn about loyalty from David's actions in 2 Samuel 9:2?

4. How does David's kindness in 2 Samuel 9:2 reflect Christ's love for us?

5. How can we apply David's example of kindness in our daily interactions?

6. In what ways does 2 Samuel 9:2 encourage us to seek reconciliation and peace?

7. What is the significance of Ziba's role in 2 Samuel 9:2?

8. How does 2 Samuel 9:2 reflect David's character and leadership?

9. Why is the mention of Saul's servant important in 2 Samuel 9:2?

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

11. Does the sudden bestowal of Saul’s property to Mephibosheth in 2 Samuel 9:7–10 conflict with earlier accounts suggesting David had already taken Saul’s possessions?

12. 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?

13. In 2 Samuel 9:3, how do we reconcile David's swift willingness to help Saul's descendant with the longstanding hostilities described elsewhere in 1 and 2 Samuel?

14. 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?1. How does David's treatment of Ziba and the house of Saul reflect the biblical principle of loving your enemies? Consider how you can apply this principle in your own life.

2. In what ways does the covenant between David and Jonathan influence David's actions in this chapter? How can we apply the concept of covenant faithfulness in our relationships today?

3. Reflect on Ziba's response to David, "I am your servant." How does this attitude of servanthood align with Jesus' teachings in the New Testament?

4. How does the account of David, Ziba, and Mephibosheth illustrate the theme of God's sovereignty and providence? Can you identify a situation in your life where you have seen God's hand at work?

5. Consider the broader account of 2 Samuel 9. How does David's kindness to Mephibosheth serve as a foreshadowing of the grace offered through Jesus Christ? How can this understanding deepen your appreciation for the gospel?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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