This story can be found in 1 Samuel chapter 17, and tells the story of when David met Goliath.
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Page 1 Samuel, instructed by God to choose a new king, looks for David among Jesse's sons. colour this page |
Page 2 Samuel annoints David with oil as a sign that God has chosen him. colour this page |
Page 3 The Philistines and the Israelites lined up on either side of a valley, preparing for battle. Goliath came out from the Philistine camp to challenge the Israelites. colour this page |
Page 4 David heard about the challenge and decides to fight Goliath. He tries on king Saul's armour, but it is too big for him. colour this page |
Page 5 David takes five smooth stones from the stream and puts them in his bag. colour this page |
Page 6 Goliath laughs at David. David says "I come against you in the name of the Lord Almighty!". colour this page |