Dinner with the King: How King David's Invitation Shows Us God's Love by Paul Tautges

A scary invitation turns out to be very good news in this playfully illustrated, deeply biblical book for kids ages 5-9. Discover how David's grace to Mephibosheth points to our gospel hope. Review Everyone likes to be invited to dinner, but an invitation from a king would be truly special. In this engaging retelling of the story of David and Mephibosheth, simple words and bright pictures lead readers to consider what it would be like to be an enemy who becomes a king’s friend. I highly commend this book, which applies the gospel to young hearts and asks readers (and their parents!), “What would you say to dinner with a king?” The answer, for Mephibosheth and for us, is an emphatic yes! -- Megan Hill, Managing Editor, The Gospel CoalitionBible story books for children tend to retell only the more familiar, “important” stories. Dinner with the King is a delightful exception. Children may not recognize Mephibosheth’s name, but they will enjoy this rendering of his story. And in it they w