Lesson 2: David fights a giant.
Passage: 1 Samuel 17 - This passage recounts the famous story of David and Goliath. The Philistines and Israelites are at war, and the giant Goliath challenges Israel to send a champion to fight him. David, a young shepherd visiting his brothers at the battlefield, volunteers to faith Goliath despite his youth and inexperience. Rejecting Saul’s armor, David confronts the giant with only a sling and five stones. Trusting God, he strikes Goliath in the forehead with a stone, securing victory of Israel.
Big Idea: God gives us courage to do brave things.
For Teachers:
Lesson plan.
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Welcome — Activity Leader
Have the children sit in a circle on the circle time rug. Welcome them to class.
Warm Up Activity: Storytime — Activity Leader
Reading a story about courage.
Preliminary Discussion — Bible Story Leader
Today we are learning more about David from the Bible. He was the youngest of all his brothers but God chose him to be king. How cool is that? Why do you think God chose him even though he wasn’t the biggest or strongest?
Let’s watch our video to find out more about David’s story…
Video Lesson — Bible Story Leader
Follow Up Discussion — Bible Story Leader
Who was the big, strong giant in the story?
Do you think David was scared to fight the giant? What do you think helped him to be brave?
What did David use to stop the giant?
Can God help you be brave when something feels scary?
Prayer — Bible Story Leader
Dear God, thank you for the story we learned about David and how he was brave and fought against a big giant. Thank you that we can also be brave when we trust in God to help us do big and brave things. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Activity: David and Goliath Craft — Activity Leader
Kids will colour the figures of David and Goliath and fold the envelope to create the scene.
If a child is not interested in the activity, allow them to move to free play.
Dismissal: Collect tags and make sure each child leaves with their caregiver.
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Welcome — Activity Leader
Have the children sit in a circle on the circle time rug. Welcome them to class.
Warm Up Activity: Storytime — Activity Leader
Reading a story about courage.
Preliminary Discussion — Bible Story Leader
Today we are continuing our series all about David from the Bible.
Can anyone remember what part of the Bible David’s story was from — the Old Testament or the New Testament?
Was he the biggest and strongest out of all his brothers? Why did God choose him to be the next king?
Let’s watch our video to find out more about David’s story…
Video Lesson — Bible Story Leader
Follow Up Discussion — Bible Story Leader
Why do you think the soldiers were so afraid of Goliath? How would you feel in that situation?
What do you think made David so brave and willing to fight the giant even though he was young and not even a trained soldier?
Why didn’t David wear King Saul’s armor to protect him? (it was too big for him and also he trusted that he didn’t need it because God would protect him)
What are some “giant” problems kids face and how can God help?
Prayer — Bible Story Leader
Dear God, thank you for the story we learned about David and how he bravely fought against the giant Goliath. Thank you that we can also be brave when we trust in God to help us face our giant problems. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Activity: David and Goliath Craft — Activity Leader
Kids will colour the figures of David and Goliath, and will fold the envelope to create the scene.
Dismissal: Collect tags and make sure each child leaves with their caregiver.
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Welcome — Activity Leader
Have the children sit in a circle on the circle time rug. Welcome them to class.
Warm Up Activity: Cup Shooter Targets — Activity Leader
Kids will make their own ‘target shooters’ using a paper cup, a balloon, and scrunched up paper balls. Set two ‘Goliaths’ up on the table and kids will take turns in teams trying to knock him down.
Preliminary Discussion — Bible Story Leader
Today we’re continuing our series on David from the Old Testament.
What are some things you remember about David? Like what was his job? (shepherd) Was he the oldest boy in his family? (he was the youngest)
Last week we learned that God chose David to be the next king, even though he was the youngest and smallest out of all his brothers. And God chose him because God saw his heart and knew that he was someone who loved and trusted in God.
Read: 1 Samuel 17:1-11, 32-37, 48-50
Now let’s watch our video to find out more…
Video Lesson — Bible Story Leader
Follow Up Discussion — Bible Story Leader
Why do you think David was so brave when facing Goliath?
How do you think you would feel in that situation?
Have you ever felt like you were facing a “giant” in your life? Like, a big problem or something scary? What happened?
How can remembering David’s story help you next time you feel afraid or like you’re facing a challenge that’s too big to handle?
Prayer — Bible Story Leader
Dear God, thank you for the lesson we learned today about David and how he bravely fought the giant Goliath, knowing that you were on his side helping him fight. Please help us to remember his story the next time we feel afraid or have a giant problem to face. Thank you that you are always with us and we can trust in you. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Activity: David and Goliath Craft — Activity Leader
Kids will cut out and colour the figures of David and Goliath, and will fold the envelope to create the scene.
Dismissal: Collect tags and make sure each child leaves with their caregiver.
For Parents:
Follow-up questions.
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What was the story you learned about in class today?
What was your favourite part of the story? Which characters do you like?
How do you think David felt when he saw the big giant?
What do you think can help you be brave when you’re facing something scary or hard?
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What was the story you learned about in class today?
Why do you think David trusted God even when the others were afraid?
Who or what can help you be brave when you’re facing something hard?
Can you think of a time when you were brave? What happened?
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What was the story you learned about in class today?
Why do you think David decided not to wear armor when fighting Goliath?
What do you think it means to be brave even when you’re still afraid?
Is there anything that you’re facing in your life right now that feels like a “giant”?
How can trusting God change how you face that “giant”?
