The Boy Who Listens to God
Hannah prays for a child and dedicates her son, Samuel, to serve God under the priest Eli.
The Israelites demand an earthly king to be like other nations, and God directs Samuel to anoint Saul as their first leader.
Jesus Casts Out Evil Spirits
Jesus heals a man tormented by many evil spirits by commanding them to leave and enter a herd of pigs.
Because Saul was disobedient, God chose the young shepherd David to be the next king based on his heart.
David serves in Saul’s court and becomes close friends with Saul’s son, Jonathan, while Saul grows jealous.
Young David defeats the Philistine giant Goliath with a single stone because he trusts in the power of God.
Jesus demonstrates His power over nature by silencing a violent storm with a single command.
Jonathan protects his friend David from King Saul’s murderous jealousy and helps him escape to safety.
David Cares for Jonathan’s Son
King David honors his covenant with Jonathan by showing kindness to Jonathan’s handicapped son, Mephibosheth.
