God Chooses David for Kids: The Bible Story Explained Simply

Series: Rise of Kings (Episode 04 of 10) | Scripture: 1 Samuel | Ages 5+

God Chooses David is a Bible story from 1 Samuel in the Old Testament. This retelling is designed for kids ages 5 and up, using simple language they can understand and lessons they will remember.

Watch the Full Story of God Chooses David

Watch God Chooses David in our 60-second video lesson. Your child can follow along and take a quiz after to check what they learned.

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Part of our Rise of Kings series, 10 episodes covering courage, faith, God choosing the unlikely.

What Is the Story of God Chooses David for Kids?

THE RISE OF KINGS — Episode 4: God Chooses David Based on 1 Samuel 16 | Narrated by Jesus

This is one of my FAVORITE stories to tell. Because in this episode, God flips the script on what everyone thinks a king should look like. Get ready — this one's going to change how you see yourself.

After rejecting Saul, God told Samuel, "I'm sending you to Jesse in Bethlehem. I've chosen one of his sons to be the next king." Samuel was nervous — if Saul found out, he'd kill him! But God gave him a cover: "Take a sacrifice with you. I'll show you what to do."

So Samuel arrived, and Jesse lined up his sons. First came Eliab — tall, strong, warrior material. Samuel took one look and thought, "THIS is definitely the one."

This story comes from 1 Samuel and is part of the Old Testament.

What Does the Story of God Chooses David Teach Children?

The story of God Chooses David teaches children important lessons about courage, faith, God choosing the unlikely:

• God does not look at size or strength but at the heart
• With God on your side, no problem is too big
• Sometimes the smallest person in the room has the biggest faith

Key Bible Verse

"The Lord does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart." — 1 Samuel 16:7

Parent's Guide: Why This Story Matters

David and Goliath is the ultimate underdog story, and kids instinctively connect with it. Your child is small in a big world, and this story tells them that size does not determine who wins. God does. This is a powerful story to revisit when your child faces something that feels too big: a hard test, a bully, a new school. The lesson is not that they can do it alone, but that God is with them.

Quiz: Test What Your Child Learned

After watching the video, see if your child can answer these questions:

1. Where did God send Samuel to find the next king?

Discussion Questions for Families

Use these questions at the dinner table or during bedtime:

1. What was your favorite part of the story of God Chooses David?
2. What do you think God was teaching us through this story?
3. How can we be more like God in our own lives?
4. If you were in this story, what would you have done differently?
5. What does this story teach us about trusting God?

More Episodes in the Rise of Kings Series

This story is episode 04 of 10 in the Rise of Kings series:

• Israel Wants a King for Kids
• Saul the First King for Kids
• Sauls Disobedience for Kids
• David and Goliath for Kids
• David and Jonathan for Kids
• David on the Run for Kids
• David Spares His Enemy for Kids
• The Fall of King Saul for Kids
• David Becomes King for Kids

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the story of God Chooses David about for kids?

God Chooses David is a story from 1 Samuel. THE RISE OF KINGS — Episode 4: God Chooses David Based on 1 Samuel 16 | Narrated by Jesus

What age is the story of God Chooses David appropriate for?

This retelling of God Chooses David is designed for children Ages 5+. The language is simple and age-appropriate, and the video is 60 seconds long, perfect for young attention spans.

Where is God Chooses David found in the Bible?

God Chooses David is found in 1 Samuel in the Old Testament. It is part of the Rise of Kings series on Faithful Kids.

Is there a video of God Chooses David for kids?

Yes. Faithful Kids has a 60-second video retelling of God Chooses David designed for children, with narration, visuals, and a comprehension quiz. Watch it here.

How can I use God Chooses David for Sunday School or homeschool?

Play the 60-second Faithful Kids video as an introduction, then use the discussion questions above for group conversation. The built-in quiz checks comprehension. Many Sunday school teachers and homeschool parents use Faithful Kids as weekly curriculum.

What does God Chooses David teach kids?

The story of God Chooses David teaches children about courage, faith, God choosing the unlikely. God does not look at size or strength but at the heart.