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Dinner with the King: How King David's Invitation Shows Us God's Love
A scary invitation turns out to be very good news in this playfully illustrated, deeply biblical book for kids ages 5–9. Discover how King David’s grace to Mephibosheth is far surpassed by King Jesus’s gracious invitation for us to feast with him in heaven.
Endorsements“There are never enough ways to convey the grace of God to children, and that’s why I’m so excited about Pictures of Gospel Grace. This marvelous series is a great way to tell the story of God’s favor and mercy over and over again to young readers!”
—Joni Eareckson Tada, Founder, Joni and Friends International Disability Center
“Bible 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 will see something of who God is and how he shows us grace in our Lord Jesus Christ.”
—Starr Meade, Author, Training Hearts, Teaching Minds
“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 Coalition
Endorsements“There are never enough ways to convey the grace of God to children, and that’s why I’m so excited about Pictures of Gospel Grace. This marvelous series is a great way to tell the story of God’s favor and mercy over and over again to young readers!”
—Joni Eareckson Tada, Founder, Joni and Friends International Disability Center
“Bible 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 will see something of who God is and how he shows us grace in our Lord Jesus Christ.”
—Starr Meade, Author, Training Hearts, Teaching Minds
“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 Coalition
32 pages, Hardcover
Published June 12, 2024
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About the author
Paul Tautges
69 books59 followersPaul Tautges has been in gospel ministry for over 30 years and serves as one of the pastors of Cornerstone Community Church in Cleveland, Ohio. He has written or edited over 60 books, including A Small Book for the Hurting Heart, Anxiety: Knowing God’s Peace, Counseling One Another, and When Disability Hits Home. Paul has been married to Karen since 1986 and, together, they enjoy their ten children, sons- and daughters-in-law, and a growing tribe of grandchildren. He also serves as editor for the popular LifeLine mini-book series from Shepherd Press, and blogs regularly at www.counselingoneanother.com.
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July 12, 2024A solid, gospel-centered treatment of the Mephiboseth story. Engaging for kids and encouraging for adults. Recommended. I'm looking forward to other titles in this P&R series that tells the stories of minor Bible characters.
July 17, 2024
A book about every child’s favorite Bible character... 👉🏼 Mephibosheth!!
Haha, I kid! But that’s actually what I love about this book (and upcoming series). “Dinner With The King” highlights a character who you don’t typically find in Christian children’s books.
Mephibosheth (the grandson of King Saul) receives an invitation to King David’s table many years after the death of his father and grandfather (David’s enemy). But is it a kind invitation or a threatening one?
This book tells the Old Testament story from 2 Samuel 9 and how it points to the grace we all receive from an even greater King.
I loved this one, my boys loved this one and now I am super excited about this whole upcoming series!
Plus, the illustrations are very lively & engaging.
*I was gifted a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
Haha, I kid! But that’s actually what I love about this book (and upcoming series). “Dinner With The King” highlights a character who you don’t typically find in Christian children’s books.
Mephibosheth (the grandson of King Saul) receives an invitation to King David’s table many years after the death of his father and grandfather (David’s enemy). But is it a kind invitation or a threatening one?
This book tells the Old Testament story from 2 Samuel 9 and how it points to the grace we all receive from an even greater King.
I loved this one, my boys loved this one and now I am super excited about this whole upcoming series!
Plus, the illustrations are very lively & engaging.
*I was gifted a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
October 7, 2025
Dinner with the King Told from the perspective of Mephibosheth who is invited to dinner with King David. It invites children to imagine sitting at a royal banquet with Christ Himself, showing the wonder of His invitation to feast with Him forever.
This book gently teach kids that Jesus welcomes us to His table — the heart of the gospel in everyday images they can grasp.
💜 Why we love it?
✨ Teaches children a Bible story that maybe aren’t as familiar as others
✨ Faithful retelling and true to Biblical text yet creative and fresh too.
✨ Points forward to Jesus and the greater invite he offers
✨ Vividly illustrated in a way kids will love
✨ Glossary for parents, grandparents and teachers of terms that may be unfamiliar
Thank you to @prpbooks for sending me copies of these beautiful, gospel rich books in exchange for an honest review.
This book gently teach kids that Jesus welcomes us to His table — the heart of the gospel in everyday images they can grasp.
💜 Why we love it?
✨ Teaches children a Bible story that maybe aren’t as familiar as others
✨ Faithful retelling and true to Biblical text yet creative and fresh too.
✨ Points forward to Jesus and the greater invite he offers
✨ Vividly illustrated in a way kids will love
✨ Glossary for parents, grandparents and teachers of terms that may be unfamiliar
Thank you to @prpbooks for sending me copies of these beautiful, gospel rich books in exchange for an honest review.
March 23, 2025
Not your typical kids Bible story, this is neat to read together.
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