The 5 Minute Discipleship Podcast

#1,294: Our Biggest Giants are Internal


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The giants we struggle with the most are not sickness, finances, pain, loss, or grief.  Our biggest giants are internal.  The battles that take us out are personal.  Struggles like lust, greed, selfishness, anger, bitterness, and fear can become giants that destroy our faith, our relationships, and our future.  We must guard our hearts and develop a close relationship with Jesus to defeat these giants within. 


Main Points:

1. David’s internal giant was lust.    You may not battle this one, but perhaps you are fighting another internal giant, one with a different name. Maybe you are fighting the giant of discouragement, despair, fear, anxiety, depression, grief, anger, or unforgiveness.


2. Thankfully, King David was repentant and his relationship with God was restored, but it’s a tragic story that didn’t have to happen if only David had guarded his heart. For us, the story is a cautionary tale and a reminder to run to God for help when we are fighting internal giants.


3. Bring your giants to God. With His help, every giant can be defeated.



Today’s Scripture Verses:

2 Samuel 5:13 - “David took more concubines and wives in Jerusalem…”


Proverbs 4:23 - “Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life.”


Psalm 46:1 - “God is our refuge and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble.”


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