![]() And they were gathered at Socoh, which belongs to Judah, and encamped between Socoh and Azekah, in Ephes-dammim. Now the Philistines gathered their armies for battle. Israel and the Philistines Prepare for Battle Saul told David he was not able to fight the giant, but he boldly replied, "The Lord which delivered me out of the paw of the lion and out of the paw of the bear, He will deliver me out of the hand of this Philistine." David trusted not in his own power, but in God! Then Saul said, "Go, and the Lord be with thee." Saul was informed of David's offer, and sent for him. He heard what the giant said, and offered to go out against him. Meanwhile Jesse had sent David to the Israelites' camp to see after his brethren. But no man among them dared to go against Goliath, the Philistines' champion. The Philistines had on their side a giant of great height and strength, encased in armour, who daily came out, challenging the Israelites to send a man from their camp to fight with him. For forty days these armies had been facing each other, but yet the battle had been delayed. The camp of the Israelites was on one hill, and that of the Philistines was upon another a valley lying between. They were the armies of the Israelites and Philistines. Two armies were drawn up in battle array. What is he about to do with those stones? And who is that tall man in armour, strutting about with such a long spear in his hand? His sling is on his arm, and his bag by his side. How attentively David looks at the stones in his hand. Read the full Bible text below and be inspired by the faith of young David! Summary of David and Goliath Bible Story How did David have the courage to face Goliath and actually win? The Research Facility sums up the meaning of particular words, used throughout the book, as well as the lives of people referred to in the Bible readings.Most Christians have heard of this Bible story, David the young shepherd defeats the mighty Goliath with only a slingshot. New Beginner? - you'll find a Boot Camp section to get you started - with words, phrases and background information. The life of David could be your life or mine, so as we read about the life of one great, but ordinary man, we also read about the life of a sinner saved by the grace of God.Īs the Christmas hymn puts it, 'great David's greater Son', or Jesus, is the real life that gives the life of David a message of hope and victory. The Life of David is not only a breath-taking story: it is also a valuable lesson - because even when things are going well, we can walk whack-bang into danger just like him. The warning bell is sounded for what will be a tragic episode in the life of David, his family and his nation. Marvel as one after another of his enemies bites the dust - whether giants or fierce foreign tribes.Īs is the case in every human story, there are human failings too. Stand back in amazement as you read the story of a meteoric rise from shepherd boy to King of Israel. With the help of your mission co-ordinator, you can investigate one of the most fascinating lives of the Old Testament. ![]() Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to read through the life of David in 40 days!
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