The Bible Recap Kids – Day 103 (1 Samuel 18-20; Psalm 11, 59)

Host: Miss Emily
Date: April 13, 2026

Episode Overview

In this episode, Miss Emily recaps the dramatic and challenging events in David's life from 1 Samuel 18-20, and explores how David trusts God even when he faces danger. She highlights the theme of God's protection, focusing on how God is victorious and unafraid, demonstrated in Psalm 59:8. The episode aims to give younger listeners an understanding of how God’s faithfulness supports those who trust Him—even in scary situations.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Saul’s Jealousy and David’s Danger

• Saul is jealous of David’s heroism after his victory over Goliath.
• The people praise David instead of Saul, intensifying Saul’s insecurity and anger.
• “Saul doesn't just want to get to know David, he wants to kill him.” (00:12)

2. Multiple Attempts on David’s Life

• Saul tries at least sixteen different times to kill David.
  • Miss Emily emphasizes the intensity and persistence of Saul’s efforts.
• Despite this, David remains protected by God and by people around him.

3. Allies: Jonathan and Michal

• David’s closest supporters are Jonathan (Saul’s son) and Michal (Saul’s daughter, whom David marries).
• Jonathan and Michal actively help David escape Saul’s murder attempts.
  • “Both Jonathan and Michal work to save David's life. When the murder attempts won't stop, Jonathan helps David escape to safety.” (00:36)

4. Spiritual Response: Psalms Written by David

• During this perilous time, David writes Psalms 11 and 59.
  • These are prayers that show David is “remembering God's past faithfulness, trusting in God's present protection, and putting his life and future in God's hands.” (00:51)
• Miss Emily notes, “He's preaching the truth to himself and to all of us.” (00:54)

5. God’s Response: Laughter at His Enemies (Psalm 59:8)

• The episode’s key verse is Psalm 59:8: “But Lord, you laugh at them. You scoff at the hostile nations.”
  • Miss Emily explains that God laughs at His enemies, not because He finds evil funny, but because He is not afraid of any threat.
  • “His laughter should be a comfort to his kids because it means that he's not worried. Even the fiercest army or the biggest problem doesn't make God scared.” (01:08-01:28)

6. God’s Victory and Comfort

• God is always victorious and has already defeated His enemies—and ours.
• No problem is too big for God, and nothing can interrupt His good plans for His children.
• “He can laugh because he knows that nothing can get in the way of his good plans. He's victorious, and he's where the joy is.” (01:36-01:43)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Saul’s Jealousy:
  “Saul doesn't just want to get to know David, he wants to kill him.” (00:12)

• On God’s Attitude:
  “God laughs, but the Bible only mentions that he laughs at his enemies.” (01:02)

• On God’s Protection:
  “His laughter should be a comfort to his kids because it means that he's not worried.” (01:08)

• On God’s Victory:
  “He's already defeated his and our enemies. He can laugh because he knows that nothing can get in the way of his good plans.” (01:36)

Timestamps for Important Segments

• 00:00-00:12 – Setting the scene: Saul’s jealousy toward David
• 00:13-00:35 – Saul’s multiple attempts to kill David
• 00:36-00:50 – Jonathan and Michal help David
• 00:51-01:01 – David writes psalms and trusts God
• 01:02-01:28 – God laughs at His enemies; comfort for believers
• 01:29-01:43 – God’s victory and reassurance

Conclusion

Miss Emily’s recap reassures young listeners that, like David, they can trust God in frightening times. Even when faced with overwhelming odds or scary threats, God is powerful, unafraid, and always working out His good plans for His children. The God who laughs at His enemies is the same God who protects and cares for us—“He's victorious, and he's where the joy is.” (01:43)