1 Samuel 16

Continue the conversation throughout the week with your kids by asking them questions pertaining to the lesson from Sunday at Redemption Kids.

The questions asked below were asked on Sunday during our time at Redemption Kids. Take some time to read the passage together, discuss the questions, watch a BRAND NEW video of the lesson, memorize the Bible verse, and remember the big idea of this week!

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Bigs Discussion Questions

What was your favorite part of today’s Bible story?
1 Samuel 16 In today’s Bible story, Saul was not going to be king of Israel anymore. He had disobeyed God, and it was time for Israel to have a new king. God told Samuel to visit a man in Bethlehem. The man’s name was Jesse. Jesse had eight sons, and one of Jesse’s sons would be Israel’s king. Samuel did what God told him to do. He went to Bethlehem to meet with Jesse and his sons. Jesse’s oldest son was tall and handsome. This must be the one God chose to be king, Samuel thought. “Samuel, he’s not the one,” God said. “Do not pay attention to what he looks like. You look at what you can see on the outside, but I see the heart.” One by one, Samuel met Jesse’s sons, but God had not chosen any of them. “Do you have any more sons?” Samuel asked. “Yes,” Jesse said. “My youngest son, David, is in the field taking care of the sheep.” Jesse sent for David. When David arrived, God told Samuel, “He’s the one!” Samuel poured oil on David’s head to show that God had chosen David to be the next king. Then Samuel went home. Now King Saul was bothered by an evil spirit. Hearing beautiful music might make Saul feel better. One of Saul’s helpers knew just the person to play the harp—David, son of Jesse. Whenever Saul felt sad, David played his harp and Saul felt better.
What did you learn about God in today’s Bible story?
God decided to choose a new king. God saw David’s heart for the Lord.
Which of Jesse’s sons did God choose to be king after Saul?
Samuel poured oil on David’s head to show that God had chosen David to be the next king.
What is grace? Grace is when God gives us something good even when we do not deserve it.

Elementary Discussion Questions

Why should we not judge others based on what they look like?
Discuss how God told Samuel not to look at David’s appearance. God told Samuel that He sees the heart. We should not judge people based on what they look like because this is not what God does. Someone can be tall, cool, and wear awesome shoes, but what is most important is if he loves and obeys God. (Option: Choose a volunteer to read 1 Sam. 16:7.)
What does it mean that the Spirit of the Lord was with David?
Remind kids that Samuel anointed David with oil and the Spirit of the Lord was with David. Samuel’s oil didn’t actually do anything for David. It was just an outward sign of the Spirit dwelling inside of David. The Spirit was guiding him to make wise decisions and lead the people of Israel well. The Spirit of the Lord guides us in the same way when we believe in Jesus. (Option: Choose a volunteer to read 1 Sam. 16:13.)
How does David remind you of Jesus?
Review how David did not look like a king. He was a lowly shepherd. But God chose David to be the king of Israel and lead His people. In a similar way, Jesus did not look like a king. He was born in a lowly stable and was raised in the home of a carpenter. But Jesus loved God and perfectly obeyed Him. God chose Jesus to rescue His people from their sin. (Option: Choose a volunteer to read 1 Sam. 16:1-13.)

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Remember the 3 B’s

Big Picture Question: What is grace? Grace is when God gives us something good even when we do not deserve it.

Big Idea: God’s choice of David to be Israel’s next king was surprising, but God saw David’s heart for the Lord.

Bible Verse to Memorize - In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of his grace, which he lavished upon us, in all wisdom and insight. Ephesians 1:7-8