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Sunday Morning WorshipLoving God When His Honor Is at Stake - 1 Samuel 17:1-51Dan TankersleyJanuary 11, 2026Notes | https://calvarydothan.com/wp-content/uploads/2026_01_11_1.pdf

1 Samuel 17:21-51 How To Slay Your Giants by Upcountry Calvary

Pastor Pablo Espidio

Every Believer's Battle (1 Samuel 17) Dr. Jeff LaBorg

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David acts like a king, trusts in God, and runs into battle against Goliath. That points us to Jesus and reminds us that we have a king that is greater than David. That also sets the example for us for how we should live by faith. Pastor Kevin Craft

Send us a textIn this episode, we explore one of Scripture's most familiar stories—David and Goliath—but with fresh eyes. The true drama isn't found in the size of the giant, but in the contrast between two ways of living: walking by sight and walking by insight shaped by the Word of God.Everyone in the chapter sees a giant—except David. David sees a blasphemer defying the armies of the living God, and more importantly, he sees the Lord Himself.That difference—sight versus insight—is the difference between fear and faith, paralysis and courage, human calculation and holy confidence.Key Themes1. The Power of Insight Over Visual SightGoliath mocks David, seeing only a boy with a stick.David sees a man defying God—an offense that places Goliath not against David but against the Lord of hosts.Those who rely on appearances are inevitably shaken; those who rely on Scripture are strengthened.2. The Lord Who DeliversDavid recounts how God rescued him from the lion and the bear—training ground for a giant.His confidence is not in technique, skill, youth, or courage, but in God's past faithfulness.3. The Real BattleDavid declares, “The battle is the LORD's” (1 Sam. 17:47).Victory is not achieved by sword or spear, but by divine intervention.4. The Outcome: Fear Flees, Faith AdvancesWhen Goliath falls and David uses the giant's own sword to finish the battle, the Philistines flee.What men interpret as weakness becomes the very means of God's triumph.5. The Loose Ends and the Larger PointThe chapter closes by identifying David's father, Jesse—because David's victory brings reward, promise, and recognition.Yet the deeper truth is theological:Who you are determines what you see.A heart shaped by Scripture sees reality as God defines it.The TakeawayThose who walk by sight are filled with fear.Those who walk by insight—biblical insight—are filled with faith.True courage flows not from personality or temperament, but from knowing God, meditating on His Word, and viewing every circumstance through the lens of His sovereignty.Support the showTo listen to my monthly church history podcast, subscribe at; https://thehistoryofthechristianchurch.buzzsprout.com For an ad-free version of my podcasts plus the opportunity to enjoy hours of exclusive content and two bonus episodes a month whilst also helping keep the Bible Project Daily Podcast free for listeners everywhere support me at;|PatreonSupport me to continue making great content for listeners everywhere.https://thebibleproject.buzzsprout.com

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Do you walk by faith or by sight? Whenever we face big problems in our lives, it's important to see it as an opportunity for God to work a miracle, which is exactly what David did in 1 Samuel 17 as he courageously stood up to Goliath. In this message from Pastor Jeff Schreve, discover how, like David, you can be victorious over the Goliath's in your life by standing on the truth, and believing that nothing is too difficult for God.

2025-03-20 - The Lord Over Giants pt. 2： 1 Samuel 17_31-58 [J_rwQhuMOes] by Salvador Flores III

2025-03-13 - The Lord Over Giants： 1 Samuel 17_1-30 [JLPgXHt8ELY] by Salvador Flores III

Do you walk by faith or by sight? When big problems come up in your life, it's important to see them as opportunities for God to work a miracle, just like David did in 1 Samuel 17 as he courageously stood up to Goliath. In this message from Pastor Jeff Schreve called, GOING UP AGAINST GOLIATH, discover how you can be victorious over the Goliath's in your life. This message is from the series, STRONG AND COURAGEOUS.

Whenever we face big problems in our lives, it's important to see it as an opportunity for God to work a miracle, which is exactly what David did in 1 Samuel 17 as he courageously stood up to Goliath. In this message from Pastor Jeff Schreve, discover how, like David, you can be victorious over the Goliath's in your life by standing on the truth, and believing that nothing is too difficult for God. It's called, Going Up Against Goliath, and it's from the series, STRONG AND COURAGEOUS.

True champions aren't made on the battlefield—they're forged in secret obedience. In this Thursday evening message, Pastor Dean Miller draws from David's life to reveal what gives a believer the heart to stand strong for God. Be challenged to cultivate courage, humility, and faithfulness that win unseen battles.This is the ninth sermon in a special series that will contain all of the sermons and workshops delivered at the 2025 Thee Generation Youth Summit at Falls Baptist Church in Menomonee Falls, WI this past October 8–10, 2025.Don't forget to make plans to join hundreds of other young people next October 14–16, 2026 for our annual meeting in Menomonee Falls, WI. For more information, please visit theegeneration.org/tgys. If you've been encouraged by this podcast, please take the time to give us a five-star rating and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out and raising the visibility of the Thee Generation for others. For more faith inspiring resources and information about joining Thee Generation, please visit theegeneration.org.

The greatest stories in the Bible tend to be the ones where a simple man rises to a great challenge because he trusts completely in God: Joseph before Pharaoh…Moses in the wilderness…Daniel in the lion's den…and David facing Goliath. In each case, the hero thinks outside the box of traditional practice. God often orchestrates situations which demand change so that He can act in mighty ways.

Message from Brad Burke on October 26, 2025

In this powerful message from The Avenue Community Church, Pastor Tim dives into one of the most familiar yet misunderstood stories in Scripture—David and Goliath. Far more than a tale of courage and underdogs, this passage reveals the spiritual reality that our greatest victories come not by strength, but by faith. Walking through 1 Samuel 17, Pastor Tim unpacks what it means to stand firm when fear breaks the will of those around us, reminding us that the true “champions of faith” are not the strongest, but those who trust completely in the Lord. With vivid storytelling, biblical depth, and heartfelt challenge, this sermon invites us to shift our gaze from giants to God—and to remember that the battle is never ours alone. Key themes: Faith over fear · God's perspective vs. human sight · Spiritual courage · True strength in Christ Listen now and be encouraged to fight your battles with confidence that “the battle is the Lord's.”

Old Testament Stories David & Goliath 1 Samuel 17:42-47 Christ Church Kingwood October 19, 2025 Preacher: Patrick Wimberly

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1 Samuel 17 “Having a Hero”Series: The Old, Old Stories Preacher: Will SpinkSunday MorningDate: 12th October 2025Passage: 1 Samuel 17:1-58

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Date: September 14, 2025 |Preacher: Rev. Shawn Slate |Series: The Life of King David

1 Samuel 17:33-37

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Guest speaker Marty Solomon reminds us that the David and Goliath story is not one of war and battle; it's a story of something else.

In 1 Samuel 17, David doesn't beat Goliath because he's strong or smart or creative or lucky. David defeats Goliath because he remembers the ways God has rescued him in the past, and he trusts God to see him through the present. When we remember the stories of God's faithfulness in our lives, we too can find the courageous faith to face our own giants.  If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

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We always seem to want what someone else has. It is hard not to, we are only human. However, God made us exactly how He needed us to be. He gave us exactly what we needed to serve His kingdom. So how do we serve God's kingdom when we don't feel “good enough” to be His child? God created you, God wants you, God gave up His life for you, we are good enough for Him. Join Pastor Ben as he explains these struggles deeper through 1 Samuel 17.Support the show

In this powerful Homecoming Sunday message, Pastor James Gailliard continues the Real and Raw series with a timely word from 1 Samuel 17, titled "Slingshot Saints."Through the story of David and Goliath, Pastor Gailliard unpacks five critical truths for every believer facing giants in their life:Remember Your Wins (vs. 37) – God has already brought you through. Don't forget it.Refuse What's Not For You (vs. 38-39) – You don't need someone else's armor to fight your battle.Retain What Works (vs. 40) – Stick with what God has proven in your life.Represent God's Reputation (vs. 45-47) – Your fight is about more than just you.Run Toward Your Giant (vs. 48) – It's time to stop hiding and start running toward what God has called you to conquer.This episode will challenge you to face your battles with courage, authenticity, and faith—just like a Slingshot Saint.Support the showThank you for listening to this podcast! Follow Pastor James D. Gailliard on all social media @jdgailliard and get connected with Word Tabernacle Church by going to https://wordtab.net/ #EveryoneThriving

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David defeats Goliath   This sermon on 1 Samuel 17 calls believers to see the battle between David and Goliath as a living picture of spiritual warfare. David's refusal to wear Saul's armor shows the need to lay aside what does not fit and instead trust God with what He has already placed in our hands. The message highlights how the enemy uses weapons such as deception, division, isolation, and accusation, but like David, we must recognize these tactics and confront them in the strength of the Lord. David's confidence was not in his sling or stones, but in the name of the living God, reminding us that victory comes through faith and obedience. The sermon urges Christians to prepare in their “shepherd's field” seasons so that when giants arise, they will be ready to stand firm, act in faith, and live as witnesses to God's power and faithfulness.

Remember the successes This sermon on 1 Samuel 17 reminds listeners that the story of David and Goliath is ultimately about God's faithfulness and strength, not human power. Goliath's daily taunts instilled fear in Israel, showing how the enemy uses repetition to sow doubt and intimidation. David, arriving humbly with food for his brothers, demonstrates a heart fixed on God rather than fear of the giant. His confidence came from remembering God's past deliverance, not his own skill, and he recognized that Goliath's defiance was against the living God. The message challenges us to guard what we allow into our hearts, to be prepared for spiritual battles at any moment, and to trust God as our true champion who delivers His people in His timing.

We all face giant fears, giant temptations, and giant sins. What are we to do with these supersized opponents? Is victory possible? Join Pastor Jeff Schreve as he shares how to face the Goliaths in your life with strong faith. It's called, SUPERSIZED and it's from the series, LAND OF THE GIANTS.

We live in the land of giants. Giant fears, giant temptations, and giant sins. What are we to do with these supersized opponents? How can we find victory in spiritual battles? Learn to face the Goliaths in your life with faith in this inspiring message from Pastor Jeff Schreve called SUPERSIZED from the series, LAND OF THE GIANTS.

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“And everyone assembled here will know that the Lord rescues his people, but not with sword and spear. This is the Lord’s battle, and he will give you to us!” (1 Samuel 17:47 NLT) Several years ago, my wife and I rode the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror at Disneyland. If you’ve never been on it, it’s an elevator that drops very quickly. And that’s a scary sensation for a lot of people. Afterward, you can buy a picture of yourself taken during one of the drops. I usually don’t buy amusement park photos, but I was tempted that time because I loved the reaction of my wife in the photo. She had a look of terror on her face; I, on the other hand, was smiling. It just goes to show that people will pay money to be frightened. Unfortunately, not all frightening things are funny. The devil knows that. And he uses fear as part of his battlefield strategy. He hits us where and when we’re most vulnerable. He exploits our anxiety. He plays on our fears of failure, something happening to a loved one, financial troubles, and anything else that might rattle us. His aim is to isolate us in our fears, to separate us from the spiritual protection of our heavenly Father. The apostle Paul wrote, “And I am convinced that nothing can ever separate us from God’s love. Neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither our fears for today nor our worries about tomorrow—not even the powers of hell can separate us from God’s love. No power in the sky above or in the earth below—indeed, nothing in all creation will ever be able to separate us from the love of God that is revealed in Christ Jesus our Lord” (Romans 8:38–39 NLT). Add anything else you want to the list. It won’t change the reality. You’ll notice that “angels,” “demons,” and “the powers of hell” are conspicuously mentioned. Paul’s point is clear: The devil is unable to separate us from God. So, we must not allow him to convince us otherwise. We must not give in to fear. Fear can blind us temporarily to the truth. If it gets a toehold in our thoughts, we might start to imagine ourselves as being distant from God and perhaps even beyond His reach. That’s why it’s important to remind ourselves that every spiritual battle—including the battle against fear—is God’s, and not ours. Before David loaded the stone into his sling, he warned Goliath, “This is the Lord’s battle, and he will give you to us!” (1 Samuel 17:47 NLT). David was calm where other warriors had panicked because he knew who was really doing the fighting. In Ephesians 6, Paul discusses spiritual warfare. But before he mentions the helmet of salvation or the breastplate of righteousness or the sword of the Spirit, he says this: “Be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power” (verse 10 NLT). We cannot win spiritual battles if we rely on our own strength. And we cannot lose spiritual battles if we rely on the power of God. Reflection question: What fears or anxieties might the devil try to exploit in his battles with you? Discuss Today's Devo in Harvest Discipleship! — The audio production of the podcast "Daily Devotions from Greg Laurie" utilizes Generative AI technology. This allows us to deliver consistent, high-quality content while preserving Harvest's mission to "know God and make Him known."All devotional content is written and owned by Pastor Greg Laurie. Listen to the Greg Laurie Podcast Become a Harvest PartnerSupport the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we read the epic story of how David defeats Goliath, a giant Philistine warrior. Fr. Mike points out that David's heroic courage in this battle came from David's faithfulness to God and to the small tasks entrusted to him as a shepherd. We learn that when we are faithful and courageous in small matters, we can face the giants in our bigger battles. Today's readings are 1 Samuel 17 and Psalm 12. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.