What would make an inexperienced boy confront and run towards a giant that had paralyzed the entire Israelite army with fear? Faith. Unlike the seasoned soldiers, David did not shy away from the challenge. Instead, he confronted Goliath head-on, fully trusting in God’s power to deliver victory.

David’s courage to face his giant is a powerful lesson for us today. The giants in our lives may not be literal warriors, but they can be just as intimidating—fear, doubt, illness, financial struggles, broken relationships, or personal failures. These giants can hinder our progress, stall our faith, and keep us from experiencing the fullness of God’s promises.

Confronting our giants is crucial because it leads to growth and transformation. When we face our fears and challenges, we allow God to work in and through us. David’s confidence came not from his own strength but from his faith in God. He declared, “The battle is the Lord’s” (1 Samuel 17:47). This reliance on God is key to overcoming any giant.

To confront the giants in our lives, we need three things:

1. Faith in God: Trust that God is bigger than any obstacle. Like David, we must believe that the battle belongs to the Lord.

2. Courage to Act: Taking the first step towards our giant can be daunting, but courage grows with each step of faith we take.

3. Perseverance: Giants are rarely defeated in an instant. We need to persist in prayer, stay in God’s Word, and keep moving forward even when the battle is tough.

What is the giant or giants standing in your way today? Have you been hiding like King Saul and his army? Trust in God and like David, run toward your giants with confidence, knowing that the battle is the Lord’s and victory is assured through Him.

1. What giants are you facing right now that you have been avoiding?

2. How can you strengthen your faith to trust God more fully in your battles?

3. What steps can you take today to move toward confronting your giant?