Our Saturday Bible Story for Kids - King David the Shepherd Boy

Our Saturday Bible Story for Kids

David was a young shepherd boy who lived in Bethlehem with his family. Every day, David took care of his father’s sheep. He led them to green grass to eat and cool streams to drink from. David made sure none of the sheep got lost or hurt.

David loved his sheep very much. If a wild animal came, like a lion or a bear, David did not run away. Instead, he trusted God to help him be brave. With his sling and a little rock, and with God’s help, David protected his sheep. He knew God was always with him, even when he was alone in the fields.

One day, David played his harp and sang songs to God. He thanked God for keeping him safe and for giving him courage. God was very happy with David’s big heart and his trust.

David’s story reminds us that being kind, brave, and trusting God is very important—even when we feel small or scared.

## Activity

Shepherd Boy David’s Sheep Craft

Materials Needed:
- White paper plates or pieces of white cardstock
- Cotton balls
- Glue
- Black or brown construction paper
- Scissors
- Markers or crayons

Instructions:
1. Take a paper plate (or cut a circle from white cardstock). This will be your sheep’s body.
2. Spread glue all over the plate.
3. Stick the cotton balls onto the plate to make your sheep look fluffy.
4. Cut out a small oval or circle from black or brown construction paper for the sheep’s face.
5. Glue the face onto one side of the plate.
6. Use markers or crayons to draw eyes, a nose, and a smile on your sheep’s face.
7. Cut out four strips from the construction paper for legs and glue them to the bottom of the plate.
8. If you like, draw a green hill or grass on another piece of paper and place your sheep on it.

## Reflection Questions

1. How did David show courage when taking care of his sheep?
2. When have you felt brave or helped someone else, even when it was hard?
3. How can you trust God in your life, like David did?