David and Goliath

1. We Are Not David

• David is God’s anointed representative (1 Sam. 16:13)
• He points to Christ, the true King
• Israel is saved by one man’s victory, not their effort
• The story is about God’s deliverance, not self-empowerment

“The battle is the Lord’s.” — 1 Sam. 17:47

2. Goliath Is Not Our Giant

• Goliath represents defiance against God
• The real enemy is sin, fear, and separation from God
• Our struggle is spiritual, not merely personal (Eph. 6:12)

3. What Giants Do We Face Today

• Fear and anxiety
• Shame and guilt
• Addiction and bondage
• Pride and self-reliance
• Doubt and unbelief

“Some trust in chariots… but we trust in the name of the Lord.” — Ps. 20:7

4. Who Are We Talking To?

• Israel listened to Goliath for 40 days
• David listened to God
• Faith magnifies God, not the problem

“If God is for us, who can be against us?” — Rom. 8:31

5. Jesus Is the Greater David

• David foreshadows Christ
• Jesus fights on our behalf
• The cross is the ultimate victory
• We live from victory, not for victory

Colossians 2:15

6. Challenge Questions

Believers:

• What voices shape your faith?
• Are you fighting battles God already won?

Non-Believers:

• What are you trusting to save you?
• What if Jesus is your only true victory?

7. Reflection

• What “giant” feels biggest right now?
• Where is God inviting trust over fear?

8. Encouragement

• God is present and powerful
• Victory belongs to the Lord
• Walk forward in faith, not fear