The Story of David

Scripture References:

• David’s service as a shepherd: 1 Samuel 17:34-37

• David’s anointing to become the king: 1 Samuel 16:1-13

• David’s service to the king through music: 1 Samuel 16:14-23

• David and Goliath: 1 Samuel 17:1-50

• David becomes king: 2 Samuel 5:1-5

Family Discussion:

Discuss David’s faithfulness:

• As a child, David showed faithfulness in his job as a shepherd boy, guarding his father’s sheep. That faithfulness grew as God trusted him with a bigger role of being a shepherd and protector for his people - the entire nation of Israel.

• David served God in many ways throughout his life – as a musician, songwriter, soldier, father, and King.

• Discuss how a child’s faithfulness can grow and lead to more opportunities to serve him throughout their lives.

Consider David’s heart for God:

• In 1 Samuel 13:14 and Acts 13:22, David is referred to as a man after God’s own heart. David cared about the things that God cared about. He was passionate for God, his Word, and his people.

• How can we be people after God’s own heart today?

Consider David’s bravery:

• David was able to bravely face Goliath because he had already experienced God’s protection when his flock of sheep was attacked by a lion and a bear.

• Seeing God provide in small things can help us trust him with bigger things later.

• Discuss a few specific small blessings God has given to you and your family recently and discuss how that should help you trust him for the bigger things.

Prayer Prompts:

• Thank God for the specific examples of small blessings God has given to us

• Ask God to help you trust him when you face larger needs

• Pray for your child to be a person after God’s own heart