Bible Lesson on David and Goliath for Kids
LESSON OVERVIEW
Theme: Courage from God
Big Truth: With God, we can face our “giants.”
Key Verse: “The battle is the Lord’s…” — 1 Samuel 17:47
Bible Story: David & Goliath — 1 Samuel 17
Pillar Focus: Power (God’s strength at work through us)
Introduction
What’s your “giant”? A test, a bully, a fear? David was small, Goliath was huge—but God is bigger than any problem. In this lesson, kids will walk away knowing and having encountered God Almighty who covers them and gives them courage, in every situation. Courage doesn’t always mean to stand up for what’s right - courage also means to share your feelings, being vulnerable and showing up when it’s difficult. Courage is a matter of the heart first, not of action first. As you and your team prep for this lesson, let the Lord settle this in your heart. Courage is bravery, and courage comes from the Lord!
Game: Giant Cup Knockdown (Memory Verse)
Setup: Write each word of the key verse on plastic cups. Stack like a “giant.”
Play: Teams take turns tossing a soft ball; when cups fall, kids race to place the words in order. Recite together.
Praise & Worship
Praise: “Every Giant Will Fall” (Rend Collective Kids), “My Lighthouse”
Worship: “Oceans” (Hillsong)
Encounter Time: Invite Kids to picture what they are facing as an object or a color, and then to give that to Jesus, and then ask Jesus what He’s giving back to them!
Bible Story — Act Out
Instruction: This is an act out Skit! Everyone will be involved so make sure that everyone is setup properly!
Characters Needed:
Narrator (can be leader/teacher)
David (a brave kid or helper)
Goliath (tall volunteer, use cardboard sword/helmet for fun!)
King Saul (robe, crown or paper crown)
Israelites (kids on one side of the room)
Philistines (kids on the other side)
Opening Setup
Narrator: “Today, we’re stepping right into the Bible — into one of the most famous battles ever! Can you guess what it is? YES! The story of David and Goliath. But remember — this is not just about a little guy beating a big guy. It’s about God’s power to fight for His people! This is about God giving you courage and God fighting FOR YOU”
(Divide kids into 2 groups — Israelites vs Philistines. Set Goliath between them. David enters later.)
Scene 1: Goliath Boasts
Narrator: “The Philistines had a giant named Goliath — he was HUGE, over 9 feet tall!”
Goliath: (deep voice, stomping) “Who will fight me? If you beat me, we will be your servants! But if I win, YOU will serve US!”
(Philistines cheer loudly; Israelites look afraid, hiding faces, shaking, whispering “He’s too big!”)
Scene 2: David Volunteers
Narrator: “But one day, a young shepherd boy named David came to bring lunch to his brothers. He heard Goliath’s challenge.”
David: (steps forward, bold voice) “Why is everyone afraid? The Lord who saved me from the lion and the bear will save me from this giant too!”
(Saul looks at David in shock)
Saul: “You’re just a boy… here, at least wear my armor.”
(Helpers put oversized robe/helmet on David — make it look way too big. David stumbles around comically.)
David: (laughs, shakes it off) “No… I don’t need this armor. I have the Lord! And I’ll take my sling… and 5 smooth stones.”
Scene 3: The Battle
(David picks up “stones” — foam balls. Israelites cheer him on. Goliath stomps forward with sword.)
Goliath: (roars) “Come here, little boy! I’ll feed you to the birds!”
David: (strong voice, lifts sling) “You come with sword and spear, but I come in the name of the Lord Almighty! The battle belongs to the Lord!”
(David “swings” sling, throws foam ball — hits Goliath. Goliath dramatically stumbles, spins, and falls flat on the ground with a loud “BOOM.”)
Scene 4: Victory
(Israelites erupt in cheers, jumping up and down. Philistines pretend to run away. David stands victorious.)
David: “The Lord gave us the victory! The battle is the Lord’s!”
Narrator: “And that day, the whole nation of Israel learned something important — no giant is bigger than our God.”
Closing:
Leader/Narrator:
“Kids, just like David, we all face giants — fear, sickness, bullies, or problems that feel too big. But with God, every giant can fall. Remember this: You are courageous and The battle belongs to the Lord!”
(All kids together shout 3x: “I am Courageous! The battle belongs to the Lord!”)
Holy Spirit Activation
Kids write or draw their “giant” on scrap paper. Leaders guide: “Jesus, I give this to You.” Kids crumple and toss into a bin labeled “God’s Hands.” Pray peace and boldness.
Small Group Questions
What made Goliath scary?
Why was David brave?
What’s a “giant” you can give to God?
How can we help a friend who feels scared?
Prayer (Repeat-after-me)
“God, thank you that you are much bigger than anything I face or am going through. You never leave me alone but is with me in it. Thank you for your nearness, for giving me courage and for taking my hand in this beautiful life you have given me. Holy Spirit, help me to be like David! Amen.”