Trust that God has already prepared you through small tests.
Memory Verse
1 Samuel 17:47 – “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.”
Reflective Questions
What made David confident in facing Goliath?
What giants in your life do you need to face with God’s help?
Are you trusting in your strength, or God’s strength?
Closing Prayer
“Lord, help me to be like David—to trust in You, to face every giant in Your name, and to walk in faith no matter how small or weak I feel. Teach me to prepare in small things and to speak Your promises boldly. Amen.”
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Scripture Reference: 1 Samuel 17 Theme: Trusting in God’s strength, not human ability
Introduction
The story of David and Goliath is one of the most well-known stories in the Bible. It teaches us how faith in God can overcome any giant in our lives—whether it’s fear, discouragement, poverty, or opposition.
Background
Israel vs. Philistines
The Philistines were at war with Israel.
The battle was set in the Valley of Elah.
The Philistines had a mighty warrior named Goliath, a giant over 9 feet tall (about 2.7 meters).
Goliath challenged the Israelites: “Choose a man to fight me. If he wins, we will be your servants.”
1 Samuel 17:10 – “This day I defy the armies of Israel! Give me a man and let us fight each other.”
All the Israelite soldiers, including King Saul, were terrified.
Enter David
David was the youngest son of Jesse.
He was not a soldier but a shepherd boy.
His three older brothers were in Saul’s army.
David was sent by his father to deliver food to his brothers.
David’s Reaction to Goliath
David heard Goliath mocking Israel and God.
While others saw Goliath as too big to fight, David saw him as too big to miss—with God’s help!
1 Samuel 17:26 – “Who is this uncircumcised Philistine that he should defy the armies of the living God?”
David’s Faith and Preparation
David told Saul he would fight Goliath.
Saul doubted him: “You are just a boy.”
David replied: “God helped me kill a lion and a bear while tending sheep. He will help me defeat Goliath too.”
1 Samuel 17:37 – “The Lord who delivered me from the paw of the lion and the bear will deliver me from the hand of this Philistine.”
Saul gave David armor, but it was too heavy.
David chose instead to use what he was skilled with: a sling and five smooth stones.
The Battle
Goliath mocked David when he saw him: “Am I a dog, that you come at me with sticks?”
David boldly replied:
1 Samuel 17:45 – “You come against me with sword, spear, and javelin, but I come against you in the name of the Lord Almighty…”
Victory in God’s Name
David ran toward the battle line.
He slung a stone at Goliath.
The stone hit Goliath in the forehead—he fell facedown and died.
David used Goliath’s sword to cut off his head.
The Philistines ran away in fear, and Israel won the battle.
Trust that God has already prepared you through small tests.
Memory Verse
1 Samuel 17:47 – “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.”
Reflective Questions
What made David confident in facing Goliath?
What giants in your life do you need to face with God’s help?
Are you trusting in your strength, or God’s strength?
Closing Prayer
“Lord, help me to be like David—to trust in You, to face every giant in Your name, and to walk in faith no matter how small or weak I feel. Teach me to prepare in small things and to speak Your promises boldly. Amen.”
Action Point
PS: I know you might agree with some of the points raised in this article or disagree with some of the issues raised.
Please share your thoughts on the topic discussed. We would appreciate it if you could drop your comment. Thanks in anticipation.
