David and Goliath Bible Lesson
- Eljoh Hartzer, MTh
- 3 days ago
- 3 min read
This David and Goliath Bible Lesson helps children to proclaim the name of God over their troubles, just like David did. The focus of this lesson is not on the violence or victory, but on the practical application for each kid's own life. The program elements include a name game, memory verse, song, lesson, Q&A, and prayer.
This is lesson #5 in a series on the Old Testament's most epic tales:
2 - Noah's Flood
4 - Moses's Call
May you find space here to pause, reflect, and abide.
Icebreaker
Today we’ll hear the story of David & Goliath. David was very small and kind of scared; 🙈 and Goliath was big and strong. Before we begin, take a moment and think:
When do I feel like David in my own life? What makes you feel small or scared? Maybe when you have to do something hard or stand in front of a big bully?
And when do you feel like Goliath, big and strong and very good? Maybe when you do something you’re good at?
Songs
Listen & Dance: Fear Get Out of Here - Orange Kids Music 🔗
Bible-memory-verse
Psalm 56:3-4
(Make with hands: P 5 6 3 4)
“When I am afraid, I will put my trust in you. I praise God for what he has promised. I trust in God, so why should I be afraid? What can mere mortals do to me?”
(Make with hands: 🫣☝️🙌👍🙅🤷💪)
Each Bible-memory-verse has emojis indicating what movements to make with your hands - this helps the kids memorise the verse. Example: Cover eyes with hands for “When I am afraid”. Point up to Heaven for “I will put my trust in you”. Lift arms in worship for “I praise God for what He has promised”. Show a thumbs up for “I trust in God”. Cross arms in front of body for “why should I be afraid?”. Lift arms as if asking a question to show “What can mere mortals do to me?” End by showing muscles.
Non-violent David and Goliath Bible lesson
We all know bullies in our lives. It can be another kid who’s mean to you - taking your food, pushing you around, or calling you ugly names. And sometimes even grown-ups can act like bullies. Maybe there’s an uncle, auntie, teacher, coach, or even your mom or dad who sometimes makes you feel very scared… 🙈
The Bible show the physical Bible gives us very good advice for every day’s problems. God is always close to you. You are never alone.
So, let’s read about someone else who was also afraid. In the Bible book 1 Samuel, we read about someone with the name David. David was also part of God’s people who received His promise. He was family of Abraham and Moses…
David was the youngest brother and he watched 🐑 sheep while his older brothers were in the army. One day his dad sent him to take some food to his brothers. When David got there, a very big man was standing tall! His name was Goliath, the giant. 👀
David was surprised that all the fighters were very afraid. Even his big brothers hid away and whispered to each other. David was not very strong, but he knew that God was on their side. Let’s read *show the physical Bible:
“Don’t worry about this Philistine,” David told (King) Saul. “I’ll go fight him!”
David defeated the giant with his slingshot and a handful of river stones! But his words were a stronger weapon:
“I come to you in the name of the Lord of Heaven’s Armies.” ☝️
Questions & Answers
Q: How did David beat Goliath?
A: He trusted God.
Q: What is an example of bully behavior?
A: To cause someone pain or shame.
Q: What can we do when we’re afraid?
A: Trust God. Repeat today’s memory-verse to ourselves.
📖 You can read today's story at home in...The Bible book with the name 1 Samuel, chapter 17.
Prayer
Thank You Lord, that we don’t have to be afraid.
You are always close to us and we’re never alone.
We can trust that You will save us.
Amen.
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