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''Objective:'' Help Pathfinders understand the major events in David’s early life and how God prepared him for leadership.

''Trainer Talking Points:''
* Begin with {{bible link|1 Samuel 16}} – David’s anointing by Samuel.
* Highlight stages:
**» Defeats Goliath ({{bible link|1 Samuel 17}})
**» Friendship with Jonathan
**» Fleeing from Saul
**» Spares Saul’s life (1 Samuel 24 & 26)
**» Becomes King of Judah ({{bible link|2 Samuel 2}})
**» Becomes King over all Israel ({{bible link|2 Samuel 5}})

''Activity Ideas:''
* Draw a timeline poster with key scenes or turning points.
* Create a comic strip showing “Shepherd to King.”
* Optional: Act out one key event (e.g., anointing, battle, or coronation).

''Discussion Questions:''
# How did God prepare David through his experiences before becoming king?
# What does this teach us about waiting for God’s timing?

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''Objective:'' Discover what made David’s heart unique and how his devotion shaped his leadership.

''Bible Focus/References:''
* {{bible link|1 Samuel 13:14}} – “A man after My own heart.”
* {{bible link|Acts 13:22}} – David “will do everything I want him to do.”

''Trainer Talking Points:''
* Contrast Saul’s disobedience and pride with David’s humility and repentance.
* Emphasize David’s honesty with God in the Psalms—he praised, questioned, and repented openly.
* Worship was his daily language: through song, music, and prayer.

''Activity Ideas:''
* Write a list of traits that describe “a heart after God.”
* Reflect together on which traits we’d like to grow in.
* ''Optional:'' Share favorite worship songs and how they help connect with God.

''Discussion Questions:''
# What do you think God looks for in our hearts today?
# Can someone make mistakes and still have a heart for God?

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''Objective:'' Help Pathfinders connect emotionally and spiritually through David’s psalms.

''Suggested Psalms:''
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|23 || Trust and Peace || God as shepherd and guide
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|51 || Repentance || Confession and restoration
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|139 || Identity and Presence || God knows and loves us completely
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''Trainer Talking Points:''
* Ask: What emotion is David expressing—joy, fear, guilt, gratitude?
* Explore how poetry and prayer can be honest and personal.

''Activity Ideas:''
* Write a short prayer or poem in the style of a psalm.
* Draw a visual response to one verse.
* ''Optional:'' Compose a song or rap using lines from their psalm.

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''Objective:'' Relate David’s courage to modern life and personal faith.

''Trainer Talking Points:''
* David trusted in God, not weapons or strength.
* His preparation as a shepherd (facing lions and bears) built faith for bigger challenges.
* Connect Goliath to modern “giants”: fear, peer pressure, self-doubt.

''Activity Ideas:''
* Modern retelling of the story (e.g., “David vs. Peer Pressure”).
* Group skit or battle of courage challenge.
* Poster - “My Giant and My God.”

''Discussion Questions:''
# What “giants” do you face at school, home, or church?
# What helps you stand firm when others doubt you?

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''Objective:'' Teach that spiritual growth includes repentance and accountability.

''Trainer Talking Points:''
* David’s failure with Bathsheba and the census shows even great leaders fall short.
* The difference between David and Saul is found in response, not perfection.
* David’s immediate confession in Psalm 51 shows his humility and need for grace.

''Discussion Questions:''
# Why does God still call David faithful even after his sin?
# How can we respond when we’ve done something wrong?

''Sensitive Topic Reminder:''
If students share personal experiences of guilt or mistakes, handle responses with care. Avoid judgment and
redirect to God’s forgiveness and healing.

''Optional Creative Reflection:''
* Write a short modern Psalm of repentance.
* Make a “Torn and Mended Heart” craft: tear paper hearts and glue them with verses about grace.

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''Objective:'' Recognize how David’s story points forward to Jesus.

''Bible Focus/Reference:''
* {{bible link|Luke 1:32–33}} – Jesus sits on David’s throne
* {{bible link|John 10}} – Jesus the Good Shepherd
* {{bible link|Psalm 22}} – Quoted by Jesus on the cross

''Activity Ideas:''
* Make a comparison chart: “David  Jesus”
* Create a poster showing how Old Testament promises were fulfilled in Christ.
* Optional: Read a prophecy and act out its New Testament fulfilment.

''Discussion Questions:''
# How does Jesus complete what David began?
# Why is it important that Jesus came from David’s line

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''Objective:'' Consolidate learning through creative and reflective expression.

''Activity Ideas:''
* Drama - David’s anointing, repentance, or worship
* Poster - “A Heart for God” showing his character traits
* Song or Poem - Inspired by Psalm 23 or 51
* Devotional - “When I face my Goliath”

Encourage Pathfinders to present or display their work in a closing reflection session or Sabbath program.

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==References==
* [https://pathfinder.org.au/honour/david-a-heart-for-god/ Australian Union David: A Heart for God Honor]

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