After David beat Goliath, King Saul's son Jonathan became David's very best friend.
Jonathan gave David his robe, his sword, his bow, and his belt. That was like saying, “You're my brother!”
But King Saul got jealous because the people sang songs about how great David was. Saul started to hate David.
Key Verse
The soul of Jonathan was knit to the soul of David, and Jonathan loved him as his own soul.1 Samuel 18:1, ESV
Talk About It
What makes someone a good friend?
Story Questions
Who became David's best friend?
Jonathan
What did Jonathan give David?
His robe, sword, bow, and belt
Why did Saul get angry?
He was jealous of David
Try This Today
Make a friendship bracelet or card for one of your friends.
Pray Together
God, thank you for my friends. Help me be a loyal friend like Jonathan. Amen.