Scripture reference
1 Samuel 18:1–4; 20:1–42
Use this reference as you prepare and read the account with your class.
Old Testament · 1 Samuel 18:1–4; 20:1–42
David and Jonathan
Jonathan and David formed a close friendship and made a covenant. Jonathan gave David his robe and other belongings. Their friendship later faced difficult tests as Saul grew hostile toward David. This printable focuses on 1 Samuel 18:1–4. Read the surrounding passage with children to place the scene in the wider account.
Lesson resource collection
Color the story, one scene at a time.
Choose individual pages for your group, or print a coordinated story sheet when one is available.
Talk together
A thoughtful question
What did Jonathan give David, and what might that gift communicate?