David still had concern for the house of Saul, and for any remaining relatives of Jonathan in particular. There was one son, Mephibosheth, who was lame in both feet, this had happened as a result of Saul's sin (2 Sam 4:4). So we see here the mercy of David.
David invited Mephibosheth to his palace and promised to restore to him. He would get back land and be allowed to eat at David's table. Mephibosheth adopted a very "humble" attitude.
Ziba, Saul's steward, was summoned by David and instructed to work the land on Mephibosheth's behalf, so Mephibosheth was provided for and he ate at David's table.
This is a picture of the mercy of God, and He restores us in the same way. Just as David looked for ways to bless Saul's offspring, so Christ looks for ways to bless us.
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