David Fought Goliath
1 Samuel 17
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!
Ask the Questions
Bigs Discussion Questions
What was your favorite part of today’s Bible story?
1 Samuel 17 In today’s Bible story, Saul, the king of the Israelites, was getting his army ready to fight the Philistines. The Israelites camped on one hill while the Philistines camped on another. There was a valley between them. The Philistines had a great warrior named Goliath. He was 9 feet, 9 inches tall! Goliath picked on the Israelites. He wanted someone to fight him one-on-one. But none of the Israelites wanted to fight Goliath. They were afraid of him. David’s three oldest brothers were with the Israelite army. David went to check on them and bring them some food to eat. David heard Goliath making fun of the Israelites, and he saw that everyone was too afraid to fight. David asked, “Who is this man who comes against the army of the one true God?” Even though David was young, he volunteered to fight Goliath. “You don’t stand a chance against Goliath,” King Saul said. “I have killed wild animals,” David said. “God will keep me safe.” King Saul let David fight Goliath. David didn’t even wear any armor because it was too heavy. He chose five smooth stones from a nearby stream and met Goliath with only the stones and a sling. Goliath saw David and made fun of him because he was just a boy. “You come to fight with a spear and sword,” David replied, “but I come to fight in the name of God! God always wins His battles!” David ran toward Goliath. He slung a rock at Goliath, and the rock hit Goliath in the forehead. Goliath fell facedown, and David killed him. The Israelites shouted in victory and chased the Philistines out of the land.
What did you learn about God in today’s Bible story?
God gave David power to beat Goliath. God always wins His battles!
In today’s Bible story, whom did David trust to help him fight Goliath?
David trusted that God alone would help him fight Goliath, and He did.
What is grace? Grace is when God gives us something good even when we do not deserve it.
Elementary Discussion Questions
Why were the men in King Saul’s army afraid?
Discuss how the men in King Saul’s army had probably been well-trained. King Saul had led his army into many battles and had won many times. But this time, they were terrified. The Philistine giant, Goliath, was huge and had gigantic armor. But more terrifying than the physical appearance of Goliath was his threat. Goliath said that if the Israelites lost, they would be servants to the Philistines. (Option: read 1 Sam. 17:3-11.)
Where did David get the courage to fight Goliath?
Remind kids that David wasn’t courageous because he was as tall or as skilled for battle as Goliath. David was courageous because he trusted God to help him. David had seen God’s faithfulness when He delivered him from lions and bears while he was a shepherd. David knew God would be faithful to defeat Goliath and everyone would know that God was real. (Option: read 1 Sam. 17:45-47.)
Why can we trust God in scary situations?
Lead kids to see how David’s faith is an example of trusting God in a scary situation. David knew that God would be with him. David did not waver or fear. We can trust God in the same way. God delivered us from sin and death, through Jesus. God will always be with us. (Option: read 1 Sam. 17:37.)
Watch the Videos
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: The men in Israel’s army were afraid of Goliath, but God gave David power to beat Goliath.
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
Practice Catechism
Question 41: What is the Lord’s Prayer?
Answer: Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.
