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2 Samuel 16:4 · KJV

"Then said the king to Ziba, Behold, thine are all that pertained unto Mephibosheth. And Ziba said, I humbly beseech thee that I may find grace in thy sight, my lord, O king."

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Passage Context

2And the king said unto Ziba, What meanest thou by these? And Ziba said, The asses be for the king's household to ride on; and the bread and summer fruit for the young men to eat; and the wine, that such as be faint in the wilderness may drink.
3And the king said, And where is thy master's son? And Ziba said unto the king, Behold, he abideth at Jerusalem: for he said, To day shall the house of Israel restore me the kingdom of my father.
4Then said the king to Ziba, Behold, thine are all that pertained unto Mephibosheth. And Ziba said, I humbly beseech thee that I may find grace in thy sight, my lord, O king.
5And when king David came to Bahurim, behold, thence came out a man of the family of the house of Saul, whose name was Shimei, the son of Gera: he came forth, and cursed still as he came.
6And he cast stones at David, and at all the servants of king David: and all the people and all the mighty men were on his right hand and on his left.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you discern who to trust in difficult situations?

2

What does grace look like in your relationships?

3

When have you had to make difficult decisions regarding loyalty?

Life Application

relationships

Be mindful of the trust you place in others; seek to understand their true intentions.

faith

Extend grace to those around you, even when circumstances are challenging.

People in This Verse

DavidBoth

The second king of Israel, known for his leadership, poetry, and a heart for God. He is a central figure in both Jewish and Christian traditions.

First appearance: 1 Samuel 16:1

ZibaOT

A servant of Mephibosheth who brought news to David during his flight. His actions reflect the complexities of loyalty and service.

First appearance: 2 Samuel 9:2

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