David and Jonathan

I think of the love that David and Jonathan shared… It was for the future King of Israel that Jonathan cared... Even though his dad... Saul… Had sought David’s destruction. Jonathan showed to him a brotherly affection. Though years later, Jonathan had died. David mourned the loss of his friend and cried. He sought anyone from Jonathan’s household to extend his grace. He looked high and low. “All over the place.” He found his grandson… Crippled and lame… He rejoiced and called out his name! He blessed him with riches, honor and favor too… For this is what God wanted him to do! How many in church have extended a kind act or deed? In reaching out to those who are in need? Have you taken time to return the kindness that Christ has shown? Through a kind act from your heart or your home? May you take time to bless others in Jesus’ name… Remembering that it was for us all that our savior came! Like Jonathan… Jesus is always our very best friend… And HE will be there for us until the very end! By Jim Pemberton 04/14/10