Old Testament
David Is Anointed King for Kids: Bible Story Summary & Free Printables
The story in a nutshell
God sent Samuel to Jesse's house to anoint the next king. Samuel looked at the tall older brothers, but God chose David, the youngest shepherd boy, because the Lord looks at the heart.
Read it: 1 Samuel 16
Memory verse1 Samuel 16:7
Big ideasGod sees the heart · Everyone matters
David Is Anointed King Puzzles
Frequently asked questions
Where is the story of David Is Anointed King in the Bible?
You can read it in 1 Samuel 16.
What is the story of David Is Anointed King about?
God sent Samuel to Jesse's house to anoint the next king. Samuel looked at the tall older brothers, but God chose David, the youngest shepherd boy, because the Lord looks at the heart.
What can kids learn from David Is Anointed King?
Big ideas to teach: God sees the heart, Everyone matters.