David Runs from Saul
Understand that David talked to God during difficult times
Learn how to pray when feeling scared or alone
Recognize that God listens and cares about our feelings
“Be merciful to me, God, be merciful to me, for my soul takes refuge in you. Yes, in the shadow of your wings, I will take refuge, until destruction passes by.”
— Psalm 57:1 (WEB)Shows David's trust in God during difficult times
In today's BibleMouse lesson, we'll learn how David talked to God when he was scared and hiding from King Saul.
David was in a dark, scary cave. But even when he was afraid, he knew God was with him. He wrote songs called psalms to talk to God about his feelings.
Draw a picture of how you might feel if you were hiding in a cave, then write or draw a prayer to God
Simpler: Parent helps child draw or write
Challenge: Write a short prayer sentence
Remember, God is always with you, just like He was with David
Dear God, help us trust You when we feel afraid.
Coming up: Tomorrow we'll learn how David remembered God is like a caring shepherd
“The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he restores my soul.”
— Psalm 23:1-3 (WEB)🎯 Activity: Shepherd and Sheep Game: Children pretend to be sheep following a 'shepherd' around the room while repeating the verse
David wrote many psalms during difficult times, showing it's okay to express our feelings to God
Young children may find it hard to express complex emotions
Child's willingness to share feelings and interest in prayer