“As soon as he had finished speaking to Saul, the soul of Jonathan was knit to the soul of David, and Jonathan loved him as his own soul.” 1 Samuel 18:1 ESV
Jonathan, first born son of King Saul
A humble soul lovingly knit to another
Jesus, God’s only Son, given for us all
My soul’s Guardian and great Shepherd
The prince made a covenant before the Lord
He pleaded with his father David’s life to keep
Ours is the new covenant in the Savior’s blood
He intercedes for us with groanings so deep
A brother forever, loyal, brave and true
Gifting his robe, armor, bow, belt and sword
Jesus promises whatever we ask, he will do
When we pray according to His Word
Swifter than an eagle, stronger than a lion
The Philistines were given into his hand
God’s Provision for salvation comes out of Zion
Against His Righteousness no evil can stand
Jonathan fought well and in battle he died
His life’s legacy is one of love and loyalty
Christ Jesus saves us by his supreme sacrifice
His resurrection our sure hope for all eternity!
“But to all who did receive him, who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God,” John 1:12 ESV