Verse from 2 Samuel

“大卫问：“扫罗家还有剩下的人没有？我要因约拿单的缘故，以慈爱待他。””

撒母耳记下 9:1 

“David asked, “Is there anyone still left of the house of Saul to whom I can show kindness for Jonathan’s sake?””

2 Samuel 9:1 

Following the death of his beloved friend Jonathan, David wanted to remember him and to keep a promise to him (1 Samuel 20:12–17). But rather than simply seek something static, David searched and found something very much alive—a son of Jonathan (2 Samuel 9:3). David’s decision here is dramatic. He chose to extend kindness (v. 1) to Mephibosheth (vv. 6–7) in the specific forms of restored property (“all the land that belonged to your grandfather Saul”) and the ongoing provision of food and drink (“you will always eat at my table”).

As we continue to remember those who’ve died with plaques and paintings, may we also recall David’s example and extend kindness to those still living.