1. Samuel anoints David (1 Sam. 16)

 

One of the most famous personalities of the Old Testament began his life in obscurity, the youngest son of a rancher in Bethlehem. His life changed, however, when the famous prophet and judge of Israel, Samuel, arrived and anointed David for enrollment into his prestigious school, telling David privately at the same time that David would someday succeed to the throne of Israel. Over the next several years David received a highly valued education, and was eventually drafted to be a court musician under King Saul.