David and Goliath — High School (10th-12th Grade)

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-58 Theme: The battle belongs to the Lord Age Group: High School (10th-12th Grade) Lesson Overview The story of David and Goliath (1 Samuel 17:1-58) presents a sophisticated theological portrait of God’s dealings with humanity. The central theme — the battle belongs to the lord — has implications for understanding God’s sovereignty, human responsibility, and the unfolding plan of redemption. When understood in its canonical context, this passage points forward to Christ and has direct implications for how we live as disciples in a fallen world. Connection to the Gospel David defeated Goliath in the name of the Lord. Jesus defeated sin and death in the power of God (Colossians 2:15).

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