David Anointed King | 1 Samuel 16 | Randy Dyck

In 1 Samuel 16, God instructs the prophet Samuel to anoint a new king in Bethlehem, choosing one of Jesse’s sons. Samuel first mistakenly believes Jesse’s eldest son, Eliab, is the chosen one, but God reveals his choice is based on the heart, not appearance, rejecting Jesse’s first seven sons. Finally, David, the youngest son, is called in from the fields and anointed king, after which the Spirit of the Lord comes upon him. Simultaneously, a harmful spirit begins to torment Saul, leading him to have David called to play music for him, which brings him relief and makes David a member of Saul’s court.