The Battle Is the Lord's - David and Goliath

Jesse wonders why his sons are home from the battlefield so soon. In reply, his son Eliab describes the story of an enemy giant named Goliath falling to his younger brother David because of David’s faith in their powerful God.

As part of this story, David is introduced to King Saul which leads to his time in service to the King.

David had secretly been anointed as the next king of Israel to replace Saul. This story confirms that David, because of his faith in God, has the ability to fight for and lead Israel.

Fulfilling prophecies from centuries before, one of David’s descendants was the long-awaited Messiah of the Israelites known as Jesus.

Questions to Consider:

1. How would you feel seeing and hearing the giant Goliath challenge the Israelite soldiers to battle for 40 days?
2. Why do you think David was not afraid of Goliath?
3. Was David relying on his skill as a shepherd or his faith in God to enable him to defeat Goliath?
4. Do you believe God can help you face and overcome the giant difficulties in your life?