David: The Shepherd / King of Israel

Part 2: David and Goliath

The Philistines, known for their violent and evil culture, had invaded Israel. Their warrior Goliath, a terrifying giant over 9 feet tall, came out daily to taunt and challenge the Israelites, mocking their God. When David saw Goliath, he was filled with courage. Despite Saul’s initial doubts, he allowed David to face the giant. Confident in God’s strength working through him, David defeated Goliath using a sling and a stone. That day was a pivotal moment in David’s life and marked a turning point for the nation of Israel.

David and Saul had the same desire to defeat Goliath, but their perspectives differed. Saul compared Goliath to himself and saw him as unbeatable, while David compared Goliath to his God and knew that victory was certain. We learn from David to view our problems in light of who God is and not against our own strengths and abilities. When we do this, we can have hope amid anything we face, knowing that God is greater than any giant or circumstance we encounter.