Bible moment
The Bible moment
In 1 Samuel 17:55-58, Saul asks Abner whose son David is. Abner does not know, so David is brought before Saul. Saul asks David about his family, and David identifies himself as the son of Jesse of Bethlehem. This moment follows David’s defeat of Goliath in the Valley of Elah. The passage records David’s family identification without adding further explanation about his place in Saul’s household or future role. The scene should remain centered on Saul’s questions, Abner’s presence, and David’s answer about Jesse and Bethlehem.
Look closely
What children can notice
David stands before Saul while Abner is present. Saul asks whose son David is, and David identifies himself as the son of Jesse of Bethlehem. The scene can focus on the conversation and David’s family identity, with any reference to Goliath’s defeat kept brief and non-graphic.
Talk together
Talk about it
- What did David tell Saul about his family?
- How can we serve faithfully while trusting the LORD?
For families, church, and class
Use this page
Use this page to help children notice the conversation after David’s victory and the importance of family identity. Read 1 Samuel 17:55-58, then invite children to retell only what the passage says. Keep references to Goliath’s defeat brief and non-graphic. Families, churches, classrooms, and homeschool groups can discuss how David’s trust in the LORD was expressed through action.
Source note
From this passage
1 Samuel 17:55-58 · David Defeats Goliath
David stands before Saul while Abner is present. Saul asks whose son David is, and David identifies himself as the son of Jesse of Bethlehem. The scene can focus on the conversation and David’s family identity, with any reference to Goliath’s defeat kept brief and non-graphic.
