FOCUS LIVING: Fighting Giants: Overcoming Life's Insurmountable Obstacles Through God's Strength
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Inspiration Source: Biblical story of David and Goliath from 1 Samuel, reinforced by a television series depicting King David's life
Core Message: Christians often face spiritual and emotional giants that seem insurmountable, but like David, we can overcome them through reliance on God's strength rather than our own.
The Giant Problem:
Physical vs. Spiritual Giants:
Modern Christians rarely face physical giants like Goliath
We face spiritual and emotional giants: troubled relationships, difficult bosses, illness, overwhelming situations
These giants often defeat us mentally before any real battle begins
The Intimidation Factor:
Goliath defeated Israel's armies through words alone - intimidation, slurs, and psychological warfare
When we hide from our giants (like Israel hiding in trenches), we make ourselves smaller and the giants appear bigger
The enemy uses our own thoughts and fears against us to disable and disarm us
What Made David Different:
Key Distinguishing Factors:
David was a shepherd, not a warrior - proving strength doesn't come from human ability
He had an intimate relationship with God
He focused on God's greatness rather than the giant's size
He ran toward the battle instead of hiding from it
The Israelite Spy Report (Numbers 13:27-33):
10 spies saw giants and felt like grasshoppers in comparison
They focused on their weakness instead of God's power
Despite knowing God promised them the land, fear prevented them from claiming it
They looked to themselves for strength instead of to God
Why God Doesn't Remove Giants:
Divine Purpose:
God uses giants to teach us to trust Him
Difficult times, when surrendered to God, make us stronger and able to help others
"Pain in human hands is just pain; pain in God's hands is purpose"
God wants to develop our faith and relationship with Him through these battles
Our Promised Land:
John 3:16 - Eternal life is our promised land, but like the Israelites, we must choose to fight for what God has promised rather than giving in to fear.
Practical Battle Strategy:
Essential Elements:
Intimate Relationship with God: Regular prayer and Bible study
Know God's Word: His promises speak louder than the enemy's lies
Rely on Holy Spirit Power: Acts 1:8 - We receive power, ability, efficiency, and might
Stand Together: Like grasshoppers gain strength in numbers, Christians are stronger together
Choose Life: Deuteronomy 30:19 - Choose life for yourself and your descendants
The Daily Prayer:
"God, I trust you. Please strengthen me today to face my giants and do whatever I need to do. I require your strength, your wisdom, and your guidance in every single area of my life. Help me to never give up but to continue moving forward in your strength until I receive everything you have for me."
Key Scripture References:
1 Samuel: David and Goliath story
Numbers 13: The spy report on Canaan
John 15:26: Holy Spirit as our helper
Isaiah 40:31: Waiting on the Lord for strength
Acts 1:8: Power through the Holy Spirit
Personal Application:
Identify the giants in your life
Stop hiding in trenches of fear
Develop intimate relationship with God through personal Bible study
Remember you're fighting not just for yourself, but for your family and loved ones
Choose to run toward the battle with God's strength, not away from it
Important Reminder: Personal Bible study is essential - you cannot rely solely on others to hear from God. He wants to speak to you directly through His Word and develop an intimate relationship with you.
Takeaway: Nothing is too big for God. When we actively partner with Him in faith, rather than passively waiting for Him to handle everything, we can slay the giants in our lives and inherit the promised land He has for us.
Core Message: Christians often face spiritual and emotional giants that seem insurmountable, but like David, we can overcome them through reliance on God's strength rather than our own.
The Giant Problem:
Physical vs. Spiritual Giants:
Modern Christians rarely face physical giants like Goliath
We face spiritual and emotional giants: troubled relationships, difficult bosses, illness, overwhelming situations
These giants often defeat us mentally before any real battle begins
The Intimidation Factor:
Goliath defeated Israel's armies through words alone - intimidation, slurs, and psychological warfare
When we hide from our giants (like Israel hiding in trenches), we make ourselves smaller and the giants appear bigger
The enemy uses our own thoughts and fears against us to disable and disarm us
What Made David Different:
Key Distinguishing Factors:
David was a shepherd, not a warrior - proving strength doesn't come from human ability
He had an intimate relationship with God
He focused on God's greatness rather than the giant's size
He ran toward the battle instead of hiding from it
The Israelite Spy Report (Numbers 13:27-33):
10 spies saw giants and felt like grasshoppers in comparison
They focused on their weakness instead of God's power
Despite knowing God promised them the land, fear prevented them from claiming it
They looked to themselves for strength instead of to God
Why God Doesn't Remove Giants:
Divine Purpose:
God uses giants to teach us to trust Him
Difficult times, when surrendered to God, make us stronger and able to help others
"Pain in human hands is just pain; pain in God's hands is purpose"
God wants to develop our faith and relationship with Him through these battles
Our Promised Land:
John 3:16 - Eternal life is our promised land, but like the Israelites, we must choose to fight for what God has promised rather than giving in to fear.
Practical Battle Strategy:
Essential Elements:
Intimate Relationship with God: Regular prayer and Bible study
Know God's Word: His promises speak louder than the enemy's lies
Rely on Holy Spirit Power: Acts 1:8 - We receive power, ability, efficiency, and might
Stand Together: Like grasshoppers gain strength in numbers, Christians are stronger together
Choose Life: Deuteronomy 30:19 - Choose life for yourself and your descendants
The Daily Prayer:
"God, I trust you. Please strengthen me today to face my giants and do whatever I need to do. I require your strength, your wisdom, and your guidance in every single area of my life. Help me to never give up but to continue moving forward in your strength until I receive everything you have for me."
Key Scripture References:
1 Samuel: David and Goliath story
Numbers 13: The spy report on Canaan
John 15:26: Holy Spirit as our helper
Isaiah 40:31: Waiting on the Lord for strength
Acts 1:8: Power through the Holy Spirit
Personal Application:
Identify the giants in your life
Stop hiding in trenches of fear
Develop intimate relationship with God through personal Bible study
Remember you're fighting not just for yourself, but for your family and loved ones
Choose to run toward the battle with God's strength, not away from it
Important Reminder: Personal Bible study is essential - you cannot rely solely on others to hear from God. He wants to speak to you directly through His Word and develop an intimate relationship with you.
Takeaway: Nothing is too big for God. When we actively partner with Him in faith, rather than passively waiting for Him to handle everything, we can slay the giants in our lives and inherit the promised land He has for us.
