Christopher & Christina Meet David: The Shepherd Who Became a King

As David shares his story, the children discover that true courage isn’t about being the biggest or the strongest. It’s about trusting God, even when you’re afraid. From caring for sheep to facing the giant Goliath with only a sling, five smooth stones, and unwavering faith, David shows that God looks at the heart—not outward appearance.

Filled with beautiful illustrations, engaging storytelling, Scripture-based lessons, a child-friendly prayer, discussion questions, Bible facts, and a fun drawing activity, this inspiring picture book helps young readers understand that God can use anyone who trusts Him.

Perfect for:

• Children ages 4–9
• Christian families
• Sunday school classrooms
• Homeschool Bible studies
• Bedtime reading
• Gifts for birthdays, Easter, and Christmas

Join Christopher and Christina on another unforgettable adventure through time—and discover that even the smallest heart can show the greatest courage when God is by your side.

What is Christopher & Christina Meet David about?

Christopher and Christina step into Grandpa Theo’s time machine and ask for anywhere brave. They arrive in ancient Bethlehem and meet a young shepherd named David. As David shares his story, the children learn that courage is not about being the biggest or strongest but about trusting God when you are afraid. The book covers David’s care for his sheep and his confrontation with the giant Goliath, which he faces with only a sling, five smooth stones, and faith. Its central message is that God looks at the heart and can use anyone who trusts Him. It combines illustrations with Scripture-based lessons, a child-friendly prayer, discussion questions, Bible facts, and a drawing activity, across 37 pages.

Who wrote Christopher & Christina Meet David?

It was written by Alfred Basta, a professor, author, and musician, with co-author Nadine Basta.

What genre is Christopher & Christina Meet David?

It is a Christian children’s picture book, which means an illustrated Bible story told through a time-travel adventure, with lessons, questions, a prayer, and an activity added for families and classrooms.

Who is Christopher & Christina Meet David for?

It is written for children ages 4 to 9 and is suggested for Christian families, Sunday school classes, homeschool Bible studies, bedtime reading, and gifts for birthdays, Easter, and Christmas.

Is Christopher & Christina Meet David part of a series?

Yes. It is Book 8 of Christopher & Christina’s Time Machine, a series in which two children visit Bible characters with a time machine. Each book tells a complete story, so it can be read on its own. Browse the series on Amazon.

Where can I buy Christopher & Christina Meet David?

Christopher & Christina Meet David is available in paperback and Kindle editions. The paperback ISBN-13 is 979-8187947027 (37 pages, published July 19, 2026).

Amazon (paperback) | Amazon (Kindle) | Indigo (author page)

About the author: Alfred Basta is a professor, author of Ward No. 8 and The Malgrave Letters, and musician as The Bastas Project.

Last updated: October 12, 2026