2 Samuel 23 · Grade 3
Light After Rain
Read the Story
These are the last words of David. He said Yahweh's Spirit spoke by him, and His word was on his tongue. One who rules over men righteously, in the fear of God, is like the light of the morning when the sun rises, like clear shining after rain. God had made with David an everlasting covenant.
David had mighty men who did great deeds. Josheb Basshebeth, Eleazar, and Shammah were the three. Eleazar fought until his hand stuck to his sword. Shammah stood in a field of lentils and defended it. The Lord worked a great victory.
Once David said longingly that he wished for water from the well of Bethlehem. Three mighty men broke through the Philistine army and brought it. But David would not drink it. He poured it out to Yahweh. He said it was like the blood of the men who risked their lives to go.
Memory Verse
““Yahweh’s Spirit spoke by me. His word was on my tongue.”
2 Samuel 23:2 (WEB)
Answer the Questions
Whose Spirit spoke by David?
What is a righteous ruler like?
What kind of covenant had God made with David?
Where did Shammah stand and defend?
Why would David not drink the water?
David's Last Words
Write what happened in each box.
Prayer
Dear God, thank You for every new morning. Help me . Amen.
Take It Home
For families: talk about these together.
- Who are some brave helpers in your life?
- How can you thank someone who took a risk for you?
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