David Runs from Saul
Understand that God cares for us like a shepherd cares for sheep
Memorize the first three verses of Psalm 23
Learn to trust God during difficult times
“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)David's experience as a shepherd helps him understand God's loving care
Recall how David was a real shepherd before becoming a king. Ask: 'What do shepherds do for their sheep?'
Explain how David knew God would care for him just like he cared for sheep
Draw a picture showing how God takes care of you
Simpler: Trace a sheep outline and color
Challenge: Write a short sentence about how God helps you
Review memory verse and activity
Thank You, God, for being our loving shepherd
Coming up: Tomorrow we'll learn about trusting God when we're afraid
“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 Says: Play a game where children act out the verses, following instructions like a sheep follows a shepherd
David wrote Psalm 23 during a time of great uncertainty, showing how faith sustains us
Children might find it hard to understand abstract concept of God as a shepherd
Child's ability to relate personal experiences to God's protection