Come Follow Me 6/15/2026 – Devotionals & FHE for Kids
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Family Home Evening for Come Follow Me 6/15 for Kids
Song
Onward, Christian Soldiers (Hymns #246)
Scripture
Lesson
- Read together the story of David and Goliath from the scriptures or from the illustrated versions.
- Goliath can represent challenges that we have in our lives.
- We can overcome them by relying on God.
- What can you do to overcome your Goliaths?
Activity
Have a ‘light’ family wrestling match.
Treat
Scripture of the Week for Come Follow Me 6/15 for Kids
Work on memorizing this scripture with your children during the week for Come Follow Me 6/15: 1 Samuel 17:47
And all this assembly shall know that the Lord saveth not with sword and spear: for the battle is the Lord’s, and he will give you into our hands.
You can download these tracing sheets as a PDF or use the images.
Devotionals for Come Follow Me 6/15 for Kids
Remember that these are guidelines for you to use in your daily Come, Follow Me 6/15 devotionals with your children! Please don’t feel as though you have to use every single question, journal entry, or activity. Just make sure you look at the activity in advance so you can gather any materials they may require.
Here is a general outline for each devotional for Come Follow Me 6/15:
- Start by singing the song together and saying a prayer
- Read the scripture together, then your family can have a discussion using the questions/comments provided.
- Copy the journal entries into a spiral notebook. The child or the parent can write the question at the top, after which the child can write or draw an answer.
- Have fun together doing the activity as a family!
Modifications for older children for Come, Follow Me 6/15 daily devotionals:
- Explore the footnotes for each of the scriptures listed in Come, Follow Me 6/15
- Ask additional discussion questions found in the Personal Study section of Come, Follow Me – For Home and Church: Old Testament 2026 for Come Follow Me 6/15
- Instead of answering the journal entry with a drawing, you can create a study journal (a simple spiral notebook will work) to answer the question with a few sentences or paragraphs, depending on the child’s age.
- Here are some ideas for marking your scriptures.
Monday Devotional
Song
I Will Be Valiant (Children’s #162)
Scripture
Discussion
- As we read this chapter, think about the words that people use: Goliath, Eliab, Saul, and David.
- What do their words reveal about them?
- How do David’s words show his courage and faith in the Lord?
- What battles are we facing? How can this chapter strengthen our faith in God during those battles?
Journal Entry
How can I fight my battles with God?
Activity
Tuesday Devotional
Song
Friends Are Fun (Children’s #262)
Scripture
Discussion
- In our lives, God will help us find good friends.
- Jonathan was a prince, the son of King Saul. You might think that Jonathan would hate David, because David became the next king instead of Jonathan.
- What do we learn about friendship from Jonathan and David?
- What are some qualities of a good friend?
Journal Entry
How can I be a good friend?
Activity
Wednesday Devotional
Song
Close as a Quiet Prayer (Hymns For Home and Church #1030)
Scripture
Discussion
- In this chapter, David becomes the king of Israel.
- If you were a king or queen, what laws would you make?
- Where would you go if you needed help or weren’t sure what to do?
- Why would David need the Lord’s help in his new role?
- What difference does it make to have Heavenly Father’s help in your life?
Journal Entry
How can I turn to the Lord better this week?
Activity
Thursday Devotional
Song
If with All Your Hearts (Children’s #15)
Scripture
Discussion
- As King, David united all of the children of Israel into one kingdom. Then he had to defend them against the Philistines.
- How can David’s example in verses 17-25 help us with challenges we face?
- How are we seeking the Lord’s direction in our lives?
- In what ways are we being blessed by acting on the revelation we receive?
Journal Entry
What can I do to seek the Lord’s direction today?
Activity
Friday Devotional
Song
Come, O Thou King of Kings (Hymns #59)
Scripture
Discussion
- When David offered to build a house, meaning a temple, for the Lord (see 2 Samuel 7:1–3), the Lord responded that in fact David’s son would build it
- The Lord also said that He in turn would build David a “house,” meaning a posterity, and that his throne would last forever.
- This promise was fulfilled in Jesus Christ, our Eternal King, who was a descendant of David.
- The Lord always keeps His promises to us, even if they don’t happen in this lifetime.
- The throne and king referred to in some of these verses is Jesus Christ.
- What does it mean that Christ is our King?
- Why are you grateful that He is our King?
Journal Entry
How have I seen the Lord’s promises in my life?
Activity
Primary Children’s Activities for Come Follow Me 6/15
The Come, Follow Me – For Home and Church: Old Testament 2026 manual suggests that you look at this month’s issue of the Friend magazine for more ideas.
There is also an activity page in this week’s section of the CFM manual.
Sunday Ideas for Kids for Come Follow Me 6/15
Use Sundays for a time of reflection; share what you discussed that day in each of your classes. Did you learn anything new or hear a different perspective about what you studied this week?
If you went to a class that did not use the Come, Follow Me 6/15 Manual, then share what stood out to you the most in your class.
Take a few minutes to talk about what parts of Sacrament Meeting you felt like were meant for you
If your younger children are struggling during Sacrament Meeting, try using these Ideas and Activities to Keep Toddlers and Kids Quiet During Church
Here are some activities that go along with this week’s topic in Come Follow Me 6/15
Sunday Kids Activities for Come Follow Me 6/15
- Do this week’s free activity pages from Color Me Christian (or do them in the workbook if you purchased it from Amazon).
- Watch “David and Goliath” in Old Testament Stories, 112–116.
- Watch the Video: “Goliaths All Around You” President Hinckley compares the temptations of the world to the Goliath of old.
- Watch the Video: “Look for Principles” Elder Oaks leads a discussion with seminary students about what they get out of the story of David and Goliath.
- Video: “Visualizing David and Goliath” A seminary student describes the way he visualizes David and Goliath and how it helps him learn from the account.
- Do these free David and Goliath crafts
- Read President Camille N. Johnson’s message “Invite Christ to Author Your Story” (Liahona, Nov. 2021, 80–82) and think about some of the challenges you are going through.
- Watch the video “The Lord Will Deliver Me.”
- Sister Kristen Yee’s message “Beauty for Ashes: The Healing Path of Forgiveness” (Liahona
, Nov. 2022, 36–39) can help you study 1 Samuel 25. How is Abigail like Jesus Christ? - Read Elder Mark A. Bragg’s message “Christlike Poise” as part of your study (Liahona
, May 2023, 60–63). How did David, Abigail, and others demonstrate—or fail to demonstrate—Christlike poise in these chapters? What opportunities do you have to show Christlike poise? - Friend February 2022 “Soccer Riddle” Alessio invited his new neighbor, Sara, to play soccer with his friends! Use the clues to help Sara learn all their names.
- Friend November 2022 “How Can I Help Everyone Feel Welcome?”
- Friend September 2017 “Find It” Everyone should have someone to play with at recess! Samantha and Jia want to help. Can you help them find those kids who might need a friend?
- Friend January 2023 “A Story of Friendship” Fill in the speech bubbles to write your own story below! How do you invite and include people around you?
- Friend February 1984 friendship wheel.
- Friend August 2021 “Animal Games”
- Friend January 2025 “For Older Kids” Friendship Cube
- Free printables about David.
- Free printables about Jonathan.
- Coloring Page: “David and Goliath” (July 2010 Liahona and Friend)
- “Comfort and Courage from the Scriptures” (September 2006 Liahona and Friend). Includes a dot-to-dot activity of David and Goliath.
- “David and Goliath” (July 2009 Friend). Figure out which slingshot is the one David needs to slay Goliath.
- “How Can I Be a Better Friend?” (March 2010 Friend). True/false statements that can help children understand what it means to be a friend.
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