David Praises God with Joy

2 Samuel 6:12-15; Psalm 149:1-5


Our story comes from the Bible. It is found in the part of the Bible called 2 Samuel ("Second Samuel"). It is the second of two books in the Bible named after Samuel. Our story also comes from a part, of the Bible called Psalms. The word psalm means holy song or special song.

David loved God very much.

One day, David helped bring something very special to the city—it reminded everyone that God was with them.

David was so happy!

He sang, he danced, and he praised God with all his heart.

The people around him were happy too. They played music, shouted with joy, and celebrated.

David was not worried about what others thought. He just wanted to praise God.

David knew that God loved His people.

Jesus helps us see this clearly.

Jesus teaches us to love God and to worship Him with joyful hearts.

Key Takeaway for Preschoolers

We can praise God with joy.
 

Dear God,

Thank You for loving us. Thank You for giving us joy. Help us to sing, praise, and be happy in You. We love you, God.

In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.





Bible Verse: “A new commandment I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you also must love one another.” — John 13:34, BSB

Paraphrase: Jesus says, “Love each other the way I love you.”



Activities

These activities help preschoolers engage with the story through movement, crafts, music, and storytelling, making the lesson fun and memorable.


1. Praise Parade

Objective: To express joyful worship through movement.

Materials: Simple instruments (shakers, tambourines) or homemade instruments 

Activity: Let children march around the room, playing instruments and celebrating as they “praise God” like David did.

Talk About It: “How can we show joy when we praise God?”


2. Clap and Praise Game

Objective: To engage children in joyful praise.

Materials: None

Activity: Call out actions such as “clap,” “stomp,” “spin,” or “raise hands,” and let children follow along while saying “Praise God!”

Talk About It: “What are some ways we can praise God?”


3. “Praise God with Joy” Song (Musical Activity)

Tune: If You’re Happy and You Know It (Public Domain)

Objective: To encourage joyful worship.

Materials: None 

Activity: Teach the song with motions (clap, stomp, spin, raise hands).

Song Lyrics:

        If you love God and you know it, clap your hands,
        If you love God and you know it, clap your hands,
        If you love God and you know it,
        Then your life will surely show it,
        If you love God and you know it, clap your hands.

(Repeat with: stomp your feet, spin around, raise your hands)

Talk About It: “How can we show that we love God?”


4. Joyful Drawing

Objective: To help children express joy through creativity.

Materials: Paper, Crayons or markers

Activity: Ask children to draw a picture of people singing, dancing, or praising God.

Talk About It: “What makes you happy when you think about God?”

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