David Slays Goliath

This painting vividly depicts the dramatic scene described in 1 Samuel 17:41-50, where the young shepherd David courageously confronts the giant warrior Goliath. Armed not with sword or armor, but a simple sling, David runs forward with confidence while Goliath towers in disbelief. As the stone is released, it strikes the Philistine squarely on the forehead, and the mighty warrior falls to the ground. The image captures the contrast between human arrogance and reliance on God’s strength, reminding us of David’s powerful words: “You are coming against me with sword and spear and javelin, but I am coming against you in the name of Jehovah of armies.” (1 Samuel 17:45). 

— 16 x 20 Oil on canvas