David and Jonathan Are Friends

1 Samuel 18:1-4


Our story comes from the Bible. It is found in the part of the Bible called 1 Samuel ("First Samuel"). It is the first of two books in the Bible named after Samuel.

David and Jonathan Are Friends

David had a very special friend named Jonathan.

Jonathan was the son of King Saul. When Jonathan met David, he loved him right away.

They became very good friends.

Jonathan cared about David and wanted to help him.

Jonathan made a special promise to David. He said, “I will always be your friend.”

Jonathan gave David his robe and his armor. He even gave David his sword and bow.

Jonathan shared what he had because he loved David.

David and Jonathan helped each other. They were kind and caring friends.

Jesus helps us see this clearly.

Jesus teaches us to love others, share with others, and be kind friends too.

Key Takeaway for Preschoolers

We can love and share with our friends.


Dear God,

Thank You for giving us friends. Help us to be kind, loving, and sharing. Teach us to love others like Jesus does. 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. Friendship Circle

Objective: To encourage kindness and connection among children.

Materials: None 

Activity: Have children sit in a circle. Each child turns to the person next to them and says something kind, such as “I’m glad you are my friend.”

Talk About It: “How can we be kind to our friends?”


2. Sharing Practice Activity

Objective: To practice sharing and generosity.

Materials: A small set of toys or objects

Activity: Give a few toys to one child and encourage them to share with others. Rotate so each child has a chance to share.

Talk About It: “How did it feel to share? How did it feel when someone shared with you?”
 

3. “Love One Another” Song (Musical Activity)

Tune: Row, Row, Row Your Boat (Public Domain)

Objective: To help children remember Jesus’ teaching about love.

Materials: None

Activity: Teach the children the song. Encourage gentle swaying or clapping while singing.

Song Lyrics:

        Love, love, love each one,
        Every single day,
        Be kind, share, and help your friends,
        In a loving way.

Talk About It: “What are some ways we can love our friends?”


4. Friendship Drawing

Objective: To help children express friendship through art.

Materials: Paper, Crayons or markers

Activity: Ask children to draw a picture of themselves with a friend or doing something kind for someone.

Talk About It: “What do you like to do with your friends?”

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