# David

## Facts

David was the second king of Israel and he loved and served God. He was the main writer of the book of Psalms.

* When David was still a young boy caring for his family's sheep, God chose him to become the next king of Israel. 
* David became a great fighter and led the Israelite army in battles against their enemies. His defeat of Goliath the Philistine is well-known.
* Saul tried to kill David, but God protected him, and made him king after Saul's death.
* David sinned against God, but he repented and God forgave him.
* Jesus, the Messiah, is called the "Son of David" because he is a descendant of King David.