GraceSheetKidsDavid
Long before he was a king, David was just the youngest brother out watching sheep — the kid nobody thought to call in when Samuel came looking for Israel's next king. But God saw something the others missed. David went on to face down a giant, write dozens of the Psalms, and become known as 'a man after God's own heart.'
Big idea: God looks at the heart, not how big or strong someone looks on the outside.
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- Anointed as Future King. God chooses young David, the youngest shepherd brother, to be Israel's next king.
- David and Goliath. David trusts God to face a giant warrior — and wins with a sling and a stone.
- Friendship with Jonathan. David and Jonathan share a deep, loyal friendship despite danger and jealousy.
- Becoming King. After years of hardship, David finally becomes king over all Israel.
- Writing the Psalms. David writes many songs and prayers, pouring out his heart to God.
Where to Find David in the Bible
- 1 Samuel — his anointing and the battle with Goliath
- 2 Samuel — his reign as king
- Psalms — many of the songs and prayers he wrote
Where This Is in the Bible
Where this is in the Bible: 1 Samuel (OT #9 of 39), 2 Samuel (OT #10 of 39), Psalms (OT #19 of 39) — out of all 66 books.
Character Traits to Teach
Brave · Worshipful · A shepherd's caring heart · Wrote songs to God in every season
Key Verses About David
- 1 Samuel 16:7 — "The Lord looks at the heart" — spoken when David was chosen. Make a 1 Samuel 16:7 worksheet →
- Psalm 23:1 — "The Lord is my shepherd" — David's most famous psalm. Make a Psalm 23:1 worksheet →
Teaching Ideas by Age
- Make a sling-and-stone craft to retell David and Goliath.
- Write a short 'psalm' together thanking God for something.
- Act out David playing the harp to soothe King Saul.