Day 127: Kindness for the House of Saul (2026)

About this episode

Fr. Mike discusses David's kindness towards the house of Saul, focusing on Mephibosheth.

Fr. Mike draws our attention to David's kindness towards the house of Saul, including Jonathan's lame son Mephibosheth. We learn that even though Saul persecuted David, David continued to honor his descendants. Today's readings are 2 Samuel 9, 1 Chronicles 12, and Psalm 28. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. Support The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)

People in this episode

Host: Fr. Mike Schmitz

Topics covered

• kindness
• David and Saul
• Mephibosheth
• biblical readings
• honor and legacy

Keywords

• David
• Saul
• Mephibosheth
• kindness
• 2 Samuel 9
• 1 Chronicles 12
• Psalm 28
• Bible readings

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Ascension

Books & works: The Bible

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