The Five Stones David Chose

The Five Stones David Chose

1 Samuel 17

Introduction: This five part sermon is taken from the story of David and Goliath. In the story, David goes to a small brook and chooses “5 smooth stones.” We will use that to make our 5 points.

**What did it take for David to win the battle against Goliath?

1. IT TOOK COURAGE: Possible verses to use from the text.

‒ 1 Samuel 17:4-9 Goliath’s size and fierceness were intimidating.

‒ 1 Samuel 17:51 David was eager to “run” toward him.

2. IT TOOK FAITH and TRUST: Possible verses to use from the text.

‒ 1 Samuel 17:34-37 David had been protected by the Lord before.

3. IT TOOK HOPE: Hope here means confident expectation.

‒ 1 Samuel 17:45-47 David expected to win so much he told Goliath he would win.

4. IT TOOK HUMILITY:

‒ 1 Samuel 17:47 He said that the battle was the Lord’s!!

5. IT TOOK LOVE:

‒ 1 Samuel 17:45 David spoke about Goliath’s defiance of the armies of God. This showed his love for both God and His people.