Often times, we can feel and be seen as the underdog. We’re not as strong, as smart, as qualified, and well...you get the point. 1 Samuel 17 describes an incredible scene where a young shepherd boy named David, challenged Goliath, a giant Philistine feared by the Israelite's. Goliath was even referred to as “man of war” in verse 33. Everyone tried to discourage David. Fear was trying to get a hold of him, just as it had taken a hold of all the Israelite men who were physically stronger and seemingly more capable than David, but were not brave enough to face Goliath. However, David boldly challenged the giant. With a slingshot and 5 smooth stones in hand, he went out for the battle. He declared these brave and powerful words:
“44 David said to the Philistine, “You come against me with sword and spear and javelin, but I come against you in the name of the Lord Almighty, the God of the armies of Israel, whom you have defied. 46 This day the Lord will deliver you into my hands, and I’ll strike you down and cut off your head. This very day I will give the carcasses of the Philistine army to the birds and the wild animals, and the whole world will know that there is a God in Israel.47 All those gathered here will know that it is not by sword or spear that the Lord saves; for the battle is the Lord’s, and he will give all of you into our hands.”
You see, David knew who he had on his side. With 1 smooth stone, he conquered the Goliath in his life.
Facing the Giant
Pastor Virginia preached about this last night. She described how we have our own type of Goliath in our lives. It can be a giant or something small, but it’s something that induces fear in our lives. The stone that David used is a symbol of the mighty power that the Lord has bestowed upon His children. As David said, whichever battle or sin we face, it is the Lord’s battle and we must merely be courageous enough to stand firm, go out, and challenge the enemies taunting in our lives, trusting that He has won the victory for us.
It’s time to examine what is the Goliath in our life. What do we need to challenge and declare victory over, in Jesus name? Last night’s word sank deep in to the lives of everyone on that street. As David took that stone and aimed it straight toward His enemy, we must take hold of Jesus and with Him we will conquer the enemy in our life.
"In all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us.: Romans 8:37
"In all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us.: Romans 8:37
A Clip of Last nights Worship:
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