God Takes Care of David

1 Samuel 17:34–37; Psalm 23


Our true story comes from a part of the Bible called Acts, which is short for “the Acts of the Apostles.” An apostle is someone who is sent to teach others about Jesus.

David was a shepherd. That means he took care of sheep.

Every day, David watched over his sheep. He helped them find soft grass to eat and cool water to drink. He made sure they stayed safe.

Sometimes, dangerous animals came near the sheep. Once, a lion came! Another time, a bear came! But David was not alone. God was with him.

God helped David be brave and strong. David protected the sheep because he trusted God.

Later, David wrote a beautiful song about God. He said:

“The Lord is my Shepherd.”

David knew that just like he cared for his sheep, God cared for him.

God gave him what he needed.

God stayed close to him.

God kept him safe.

And God does the same for us.

Jesus helps us see this clearly.

Jesus tells us that He is our Shepherd too. He loves us, stays with us, and takes care of us every day.

Key Takeaway for Preschoolers

God takes care of us, just like a shepherd takes care of sheep.


Dear God,

Thank You for taking care of us every day. Thank You for loving us and staying with us. Help us to trust You, just like David did. 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. Shepherd and Sheep Game

Objective: To help children understand that God guides and cares for us.

Materials: Open space (Optional: cotton balls or small objects as “sheep”)

Activity: Choose one child (or the teacher) to be the “shepherd.” The other children are the “sheep.” The shepherd gently leads the sheep around the room using simple directions like “come this way” or “stop.” Emphasize staying together and listening carefully.

Talk About It: “The shepherd helped the sheep stay safe. How does God help us?”


2. Cotton Ball Sheep Craft

Objective: To reinforce the image of sheep and shepherd care.

Materials: Paper, Cotton balls, Glue, Crayons or markers

Activity: Draw or provide an outline of a sheep. Let children glue cotton balls onto the sheep to make it fluffy. Encourage them to draw grass or a shepherd nearby.

Talk About It: “Who takes care of the sheep? Who takes care of us?”

 
3. “The Lord Is My Shepherd” Song (Musical Activity)

Tune: Mary Had a Little Lamb (Public Domain)

Objective: To help children remember that God cares for them.

Materials: None

Activity: Teach the children the following song. Encourage gentle swaying or walking like sheep while singing.

Song Lyrics:

        The Lord is my Shepherd,
        Shepherd, Shepherd,
        The Lord is my Shepherd,
        He takes care of me.

        He gives me what I need,
        What I need, what I need,
        He gives me what I need,
        He takes care of me.

Talk About It: “What does a shepherd do? What does God do for us?”


4. Follow the Shepherd Path

Objective: To practice trusting and following guidance.

Materials: Simple path made with tape, string, or objects 

Activity: Create a simple path on the floor. Children take turns following the path while the teacher guides them with gentle instructions.

Talk About It: “When we follow the shepherd, we stay safe. How can we follow God?”
 
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