1 Samuel 17 part one

[MEST] 1 Samuel
1 Samuel 17: 1-39
David and Goliath...Part one.
God guided David > [Read 17: 1-27]
David didn’t stay in Saul’s camp permanently, but he went back and forth between the camp and home. Why?


Other people came and went as they pleased, but David was lead by God. Why is this important?


How is Goliath described? Why do you think we need this much description about Goliath?


Jesse just happened to send David with food for his brothers on that day. Why did he do this?


What was the challenge offered by Goliath? What are the pros and cons for the Israelites?


How does David respond to Goliath’s speech?


How might the Israelite soldiers respond to hearing David’s words?



God encouraged David > [Read 17: 28-39]
Whenever you step out in faith to fight, there is always someone around to discourage you. How was this evident in David’s story? How have you seen this in your experiences?


David’s brothers had seen David get anointed by Samuel. So why are they acting like this towards him?


So, David’s brothers weren’t very encouraging... How did King Saul react?


Saul and David’s brothers were walking by sight. What does this mean?


David had already experienced the power of God in his life. How?


By Saul suggesting that David wear his armour and take his weapons, what is Saul showing us?


In spite of criticism and despite of discouragement and bad advice, David trusted God and God rewarded his faith. How can we apply this to our lives in 2011?