Listening to God's Call—
David the Shepherd King

Maybe you have never thought of yourself as someone called by God for a special mission or to be a leader of God's people. David, the young shepherd, probably did not imagine that he would be called either. But God had different plans. Out of all his older and talented brothers, it was David, the youngest, whom God called.

Listen to God's Word
The prophet Samuel asked Jesse, "Do you have any more sons?" Jesse answered "There is still the youngest, but he is out taking care of the sheep." "Tell him to come here," Samuel said. So Jesse sent for David. He was a handsome, healthy young man, and his eyes sparkled. The Lord said to Samuel, "This is the one—anoint him as king!"
From 1 Samuel 16:11-13

Listening to the Words of Others
Imagine—chosen as a leader for God's people! As with Samuel, God is working through many people in your life, too. Listen to the positive clues you have heard from others. What does God see "sparkling" in you? What has God told you about yourself and your call to service? Reflect on this and write down your "clues."

Listen to God's Word
Let us praise the Lord. God has come to our help and has set us free. God has given us a mighty Savior, a descendant of God's servant David. From Luke 1:68-69

Music from Your Heart
David was a remarkable person who used his many talents to praise God. He was a singer, a composer, a dancer, and musician. He was also a great leader and defender of God's people. Using all these talents, he listened and tried to follow the "music" of God's call.

What "music" do you hear in your heart? Bring yourself to a quiet moment of prayer. Listen to God's call as you have heard it this week. Respond to that call through words, song, sketch, movement, or dance. Offer your response to the Lord.

My Prayer Goes On
Let us praise the Lord.

 

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