1 Samuel 8–10; 13; 15–16 – The Lord Looketh on the Heart

Gathered in this post are resources to help you teach your family not only the stories of the people in the Old Testament but also the doctrine and principles found in the study block for the Come, Follow Me reading of 1 Samuel 8-10; 13; 15-16. There are resources for children, youth, and adults. Every resource linked to is free! Most links are to church websites or websites approved for further gospel study. Choose on thing a day to do with your family or a couple to do for family home evening. Enjoy!

Everyone

Article – David and Goliath – Faith over Fear

Children

Lesson – Samuel the Boy Prophet – Old Testament Primary manual lesson encourages the children to listen for the promptings of the Holy Ghost.

Video – How to Draw David and Goliath | Come Create with Me—Drawing – In this simple drawing lesson, the artist tells us the classic Biblical story of David and Goliath found in the Old Testament and draws an image of their size and weapons. Gospel for Kids (18:24 minutes)

Jesus Christ is my King. 1 Samuel 8

Activity – Jesus is my Savior – Coloring page

Activity – Learn about Jesus – Part of the “From the First Presidency” series. President Russell M. Nelson shares some ways we can take advantage of the power of Jesus Christ.

Activity/Article – Jesus Loves Me – A simple explanation about Jesus and His place in Heavenly Father’s plan. Includes coloring page.

Activity/Article – Jesus Christ is My Savior – Many prophets have seen and been taught by Jesus Christ. Includes a scripture match.

People who serve in the Church are called by God. 1 Samuel 8:6; 9:15-17; 10:1-24; 16:1-13

Activity/Article – Called of God and Sustained by the People – Henry B. Eyring teaches about the importance of sustaining our leaders in their callings. Includes a simple activity and explanation for children.

Activity/Article – The Restoration is for You – What does it mean for you that the gospel of Jesus Christ has been restored to the earth? Includes a trace and color page.

Article – The True Church – Henry B. Eyring bears witness that men are called of God to serve in their callings.

Article – What do apostles do? – Answers from an apostle

Story – The Calling – A boy learns his father’s important calling is to draw a pattern for the oxen to be used in the Nauvoo Temple baptistry.

The Lord looks on the heart. 1 Samuel 16:1-13

Activity – How to Make the Prophet Samuel with Rock Art | 1 Samuel 3 – Patti Rokus, the rock artist, arranges rounded pebbles and narrow stones to create the image of Samuel the prophet.

Activity – How to make a Joyful King David with Rock Art | 2 Samuel 6 – Patti Rokus, the rock artist, uses various stones and pebbles to recreate an image of King David dancing and celebrating before the Lord as recorded in the Bible.

Activity – The Lord looks on the heart – Make some heart shaped glasses to wear.

Article – Jehovah Looks on the Heart – David showed that his heart was full of faith and courage.

Video – Young David – Old Testament Scripture Stories

Youth and Adults

Video – Samuel the Prophet – Scripture Central (14:46 minutes)

Video – Saul: From Humility to Pride – Scripture Central (8:03 minutes)

Jesus Christ is my King. 1 Samuel 8

Article – “For This Cause Came I Into the World” – The symbol of Jesus and His place in our hearts must be a life given fully to His service, to loving and caring.

Video – Find Peace Through Jesus Christ – Jesus is the Son of God and our loving Savior. He lived to teach us, and He suffered and died to save us from sin and death. (2:09 minutes)

God calls people by prophecy to serve in His kingdom. 1 Samuel 9:15-17; 10:1-24; 16:1-13

Article – Called to Serve – It is not in the proper spirit for us to decide where we will serve or where we will not. We serve where we are called.

Article – Serve – Every member is needed, and every member needs an opportunity to serve.

Article – Called and Chosen – Those called, sustained, and set apart are entitled to our sustaining support.

Video – A Personal Witness – Jeffrey R. Holland bears personal witness that those who are called to teach are called of God, and as such each one should seek to live the gospel that they teach. (3:20 minutes)

“To obey is better than sacrifice.” 1 Samuel 13:5-14; 15

Article – Agency: Essential to the Plan of Life – Whenever we choose to come unto Christ, take His name upon us, and follow His servants, we progress along the path to eternal life.

Article – A Matter of a Few Degrees – The difference between happiness and misery … often comes down to an error of only a few degrees.

Video – King Saul Offers Sacrifice – Scripture Central (3:38 minutes)

Video – Obedience Brings Blessings – Thomas S. Monson talks on blessings of obedience. (3:26 minutes)

“The Lord looketh on the heart.” 1 Samuel 16:7

Article – The Savior’s Abiding Compassion – The expression of compassion for others is the essence of the gospel of Jesus Christ.

Article – Standing Spotless Before the Lord – Because of the Atonement of Jesus Christ, we can all stand spotless, pure, and white before the Lord.

Article – Labels – Like the labels on paintings are the outward appearances of some men—often misleading.

Video – God Chooses David Over Saul – Scripture Central (8:27 minutes)

Adults

Article – Return with Honor – Most of the time it is not total disobedience that gets us into trouble. It is, rather, that we are selectively obedient. Selective obedience is when we push the limits of what we know to be right. We may recognize what we must do to be obedient, yet we selectively do only part of what we are commanded to do.

Article – Preparing Our Hearts – BYU Religious Studies Center

Video – Discussions on the Old Testament: 1 Samuel 1-15 Samuel and Saul – Professors from BYU’s Department of Ancient Scripture discuss the themes found in 1 Samuel, including the need for gratitude for the blessings of the Lord, the blessings of covenant-keeping, and the power of righteous leadership. BYUtv (27:44 minutes)

Video – Discussion on the Old Testament: 1 Samuel 16-31 Saul and David – Professors from BYU’s Department of Ancient Scripture discuss the ongoing battles between the Israelites and the Philistines, the prophet Samuel’s wicked sons, and Israelites unquenchable desire to have a king. BYUtv (27:44 minutes)

Video – Come Follow Up: 1 Samuel 8-10; 13; 15-18 – Come Follow Up host Ben Lomu meets with Old Testament scholar James Goldberg as well as special guests Kim Clark, BYU NAC Professor of Business Management, and Dr. Ben Erwin, LDS Family Services counseling program manager, to discuss a part of 1 Samuel in the Old Testament. Also discussed are lessons from the rise and fall of Saul and how the Lord looketh on the heart. BYUtv (55 mintues)