Catechism Lesson 14 David and Goliath - Trust - 2 nd Commandment

Timeline of the New TestamentYear Creation (Adam and Eve) Noah Job?2000 BCAbraham 1850 BCJoseph 1500 BCMoses 1100 BCSamuel 1000 BCDavid 500 BC 6-4 BCJesus is born

Points to Note How tall was Goliath?  How much did his armor weigh?  How much did the spear head weigh? What was Goliath’s challenge? Why would the Israelites be afraid?

Points to Note How tall was Goliath? Over 9 feet  How much did his armor weigh?  How much did the spear head weigh? What was Goliath’s challenge? Why would the Israelites be afraid?

Points to Note How tall was Goliath? Over 9 feet  How much did his armor weigh? lbs.  How much did the spear head weigh? What was Goliath’s challenge? Why would the Israelites be afraid?

Points to Note How tall was Goliath? Over 9 feet  How much did his armor weigh? lbs.  How much did the spear head weigh? lbs. What was Goliath’s challenge? Why would the Israelites be afraid?

Points to Note How tall was Goliath? Over 9 feet  How much did his armor weigh? lbs.  How much did the spear head weigh? lbs. What was Goliath’s challenge? A one-on-one battle, winner take all. Why would the Israelites be afraid?

Points to Note How tall was Goliath? Over 9 feet  How much did his armor weigh? lbs.  How much did the spear head weigh? lbs. What was Goliath’s challenge? A one-on-one battle, winner take all. Why would the Israelites be afraid? He was huge!

Points to Note Where was David? How long did Goliath’s taunting go on? What did Saul promise to the one who killed Goliath?

Points to Note Where was David? Taking care of his father’s sheep. (not old enough to fight) How long did Goliath’s taunting go on? What did Saul promise to the one who killed Goliath?

Points to Note Where was David? Taking care of his father’s sheep. (not old enough to fight) How long did Goliath’s taunting go on? 40 days What did Saul promise to the one who killed Goliath?

Points to Note Where was David? Taking care of his father’s sheep. (not old enough to fight) How long did Goliath’s taunting go on? 40 days What did Saul promise to the one who killed Goliath? Money, as well as his daughter’s hand in marriage.

Points to Note Why was David upset? Why did David have confidence that he would defeat Goliath? How did Goliath respond when he saw David?

Points to Note Why was David upset? Goliath was insulting God Why did David have confidence that he would defeat Goliath? How did Goliath respond when he saw David?

Points to Note Why was David upset? Goliath was insulting God Why did David have confidence that he would defeat Goliath? God had delivered David before from a lion and bear; God would rescue David from Goliath too How did Goliath respond when he saw David?

Points to Note Why was David upset? Goliath was insulting God Why did David have confidence that he would defeat Goliath? God had delivered David before from a lion and bear; God would rescue David from Goliath too How did Goliath respond when he saw David? He mocked David and the Israelites

Points to Note How does David indicate that Goliath was doing more than just a little trash-talking? Why did David have confidence when others did not? Where did David live, and why is that important?

Points to Note How does David indicate that Goliath was doing more than just a little trash-talking? Said Goliath had defied the L ORD Almighty Why did David have confidence when others did not? Where did David live, and why is that important?

Points to Note How does David indicate that Goliath was doing more than just a little trash-talking? Said Goliath had defied the L ORD Almighty Why did David have confidence when others did not? He trusted in God. Where did David live, and why is that important?

Points to Note How does David indicate that Goliath was doing more than just a little trash-talking? Said Goliath had defied the L ORD Almighty Why did David have confidence when others did not? He trusted in God. Where did David live, and why is that important? Bethlehem – Jesus would one day be born there

Discussion Why would it have made sense for David to go straight home? He was too little, too young; Goliath was a large, seasoned warrior Agree or disagree: David just got lucky. Disagree, God was on his side

Discussion Can we be as certain of God ’ s help as David was? Yes, he promises to help us as well, Romans 8:28

Break and Quiz Time!

The Bible and My Life What is “faith” or “belief” in the Lord? John 17:3 – Now this is eternal life: that they may know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom you have sent.

The Bible and My Life What is “faith” or “belief” in the Lord? John 17:3 – Now this is eternal life: that they may know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom you have sent. Knowing the true God (Knowledge)

The Bible and My Life What is “faith” or “belief” in the Lord? 1 Thessalonians 2:13 – You accepted it not as the word of men, but as it actually is, the word of God.

The Bible and My Life What is “faith” or “belief” in the Lord? 1 Thessalonians 2:13 – You accepted it not as the word of men, but as it actually is, the word of God. Accepting his Word (Assent)

The Bible and My Life What is “faith” or “belief” in the Lord? Hebrews 11:1 – Faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see.

The Bible and My Life What is “faith” or “belief” in the Lord? Hebrews 11:1 – Faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see. Trust in God (Trust)

The Bible and My Life What is “faith” or “belief” in the Lord? Faith is knowing the true God, accepting his Word, and trusting the true God.

The Bible and My Life What is God’s name? Isaiah 42:8 – I am the LORD; that is my name!

The Bible and My Life What is God’s name? Isaiah 42:8 – I am the L ORD ; that is my name! His titles (L ORD, God, Almighty, Holy Spirit, Jesus)

The Bible and My Life What is God’s name? John 17:6-8 – I have revealed your name to those whom you gave me out of the world…Now they know that everything you have given me comes from you. For I gave them the words you gave me and they accepted them.

The Bible and My Life What is God’s name? John 17:6-8 – I have revealed your name to those whom you gave me out of the world…Now they know that everything you have given me comes from you. For I gave them the words you gave me and they accepted them. Everything revealed about him in the Bible

The Bible and My Life What is God’s name? Exodus 20:24 – Wherever I cause my name to be honored, I will come to you and bless you.

The Bible and My Life What is God’s name? Exodus 20:24 – Wherever I cause my name to be honored, I will come to you and bless you. Everything he reveals to bless us

The Bible and My Life What is God’s name? God’s name includes his titles and everything he has revealed about himself in the Word to bless us.

The Bible and My Life How do we misuse God’s name? Romans 12:14 – Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse.

The Bible and My Life How do we misuse God’s name? Romans 12:14 – Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse. Cursing

The Bible and My Life How do we misuse God’s name? Leviticus 19:12 – Do not swear falsely by my name and so profane the name of your God.

The Bible and My Life How do we misuse God’s name? Leviticus 19:12 – Do not swear falsely by my name and so profane the name of your God. Swear falsely

The Bible and My Life How do we misuse God’s name? Jeremiah 14:14 – The prophets are prophesying lies in my name. I have not sent them or appointed them or spoken to them. They are prophesying to you false visions, divinations, idolatries and the delusions of their own minds.

The Bible and My Life How do we misuse God’s name? Jeremiah 14:14 – The prophets are prophesying lies in my name. I have not sent them or appointed them or spoken to them. They are prophesying to you false visions, divinations, idolatries and the delusions of their own minds. Lying or deceiving

The Bible and My Life How do we misuse God’s name? Deuteronomy 18:10-12 – Let no one be found among you…who practices divination or sorcery, interprets omens, engages in witchcraft, or casts spells, or who is a medium or spiritist or who consults the dead. Anyone who does these things is detestable to the LORD.

The Bible and My Life How do we misuse God’s name? Deuteronomy 18:10-12 – Let no one be found among you…who practices divination or sorcery, interprets omens, engages in witchcraft, or casts spells, or who is a medium or spiritist or who consults the dead. Anyone who does these things is detestable to the LORD. Use witchcraft

The Bible and My Life How do we misuse God’s name? We misuse God’s name when we use it to curse, swear, lie or deceive, or use witchcraft.

The Bible and My Life How do we properly use God’s name? Psalm 50:15 – Call upon me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you will honor me.

The Bible and My Life How do we properly use God’s name? Psalm 50:15 – Call upon me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you will honor me. Call upon him in trouble

The Bible and My Life How do we properly use God’s name? 1 Thessalonians 5:17 – Pray continually.

The Bible and My Life How do we properly use God’s name? 1 Thessalonians 5:17 – Pray continually. Pray

The Bible and My Life How do we properly use God’s name? 1 Peter 2:9 – You are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people belonging to God, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light.

The Bible and My Life How do we properly use God’s name? 1 Peter 2:9 – You are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people belonging to God, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light. Praise

The Bible and My Life How do we properly use God’s name? Psalm 118:1 – Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever.

The Bible and My Life How do we properly use God’s name? Psalm 118:1 – Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever. Give thanks

The Bible and My Life How do we properly use God’s name? We properly use God’s name when we use it to call upon him in trouble, pray, praise, and give thanks.

Homework! Look at the end of the last page of your notes!

Homework! Memorize:  Seventh Commandment and meaning  Psalm 50:15  Psalm 118:1 Study notes for a quiz Read 2 Samuel with a parent Question for My Life