David and Goliath
The giant Goliath frightens Israel's whole army until a young shepherd boy steps forward with five smooth stones and big faith in God.
- Cast
- 8–12 children
- Duration
- 10 min
- Ages
- 6–12
- Theme
- Courage that comes from trusting God
How the story unfolds
- 1
The giant's challenge
Goliath booms his challenge. The soldiers tremble and hide.
- 2
David arrives
David brings food for his brothers and hears the giant. 'Who is he to defy the living God?'
- 3
Saul's armour
David tries on the king's heavy armour, clanks around funnily and takes it off.
- 4
Five smooth stones
David picks stones from a 'stream', swings his sling… and Goliath falls with a thud!