David and Mephibosheth for Kids: Bible Story & Printables
The story in a nutshell
King David asked, "Is there not yet any of the house of Saul, that I may shew the kindness of God unto him?" Ziba told him that Jonathan had a son "which is lame on his feet," living in Lo-debar. David fetched Mephibosheth, said to him, "Fear not," restored to him all the land of Saul, and Mephibosheth did eat bread at the king's table "as one of the king's sons."
Read it: 2 Samuel 9:1–13
Memory verse2 Samuel 9:7
Big ideasShow the kindness of God · God makes room for us
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the story of David and Mephibosheth in the Bible?
You can read it in 2 Samuel 9:1–13.
What is the story of David and Mephibosheth about?
King David asked, "Is there not yet any of the house of Saul, that I may shew the kindness of God unto him?" Ziba told him that Jonathan had a son "which is lame on his feet," living in Lo-debar. David fetched Mephibosheth, said to him, "Fear not," restored to him all the land of Saul, and Mephibosheth did eat bread at the king's table "as one of the king's sons."
What can kids learn from David and Mephibosheth?
Big ideas to teach: Show the kindness of God, God makes room for us.