The Lord of Hosts

Sermon Study Guide

“The Lord of Hosts”

Main Passage: 1 Samuel 17

How to Use This Study Guide

This study guide is designed to enrich your personal Bible study, deepen your small group discussions, enhance Sabbath School classes, and encourage meaningful family worship. Each section is marked with an icon to help you focus on different aspects of the sermon:

• 📖 Scripture Focus: Key Bible verses to anchor your study in God’s Word.
• 💭 Teaching Points: Important lessons and insights from the sermon to understand and reflect upon.
• ❓ Discussion Questions: Thought-provoking questions to stimulate conversation and application in groups or families.
• ✍️ Personal Application: Practical steps to help you live out the truths you’ve learned.

Session 1: David’s Background and God’s Revelation (1 Samuel 16:11-13; Psalm 23)

Opening Scripture: “The Lord said to Samuel, ‘Do not consider his appearance or his height, for I have rejected him. The Lord does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.’” (1 Samuel