Weekly Sermon Study

Weekly Sermon Study: Deepening Your Sunday Sermon Experience

Our weekly Sermon study is designed to help you build on the Sunday morning sermon. Each session includes thought-provoking questions, personal reflections, and daily scriptures for practical application in your life.
It's all too easy to let the lessons from Sunday slip away as the week goes on. This study is a valuable tool to ensure you carry the message with you, integrating it into your daily routine and keeping the teachings alive throughout the week.
Join us in turning Sunday's inspiration into a daily journey of growth and reflection.

 "That Giant You’re Facing"

In life, we all face giants—those overwhelming challenges that seem insurmountable. Whether it's a personal struggle, a long-standing issue, or a spiritual battle, these "giants" can appear mighty and terrifying, just as Goliath did to the army of Israel. But there is good news: the same God who gave David victory over Goliath is the same God who fights for us today.

Bible Verses 

  • 1 Samuel 17:4-11
    “And a champion went out from the camp of the Philistines, named Goliath, from Gath…”
    This passage introduces the giant Goliath, a fearsome and intimidating enemy of Israel.
  • Colossians 2:15
    “Having disarmed principalities and powers, He made a public spectacle of them, triumphing over them in it.”
    This passage speaks of Christ’s victory over all spiritual powers and authorities.
  • Revelation 12:11
    “And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony, and they did not love their lives to the death.”
    The key to victory is through the blood of Christ and the testimony of our faith in Him.

Reflection 

 The Giant You Face – Goliath’s Power &     Reputation
  • Goliath was not just physically large, but also built a reputation as a relentless warrior, instilling fear in the hearts of Israel’s soldiers. His appearance and challenge to Israel made him appear invincible, but his true power was based on intimidation and fear.                                                                                                                                                 The Battle is Not Ours, It’s the Lord’s 
  • David understood that the battle wasn’t between him and Goliath, but between Goliath and God. The Lord was the one who would fight for David. David’s declaration in 1 Samuel 17:45-47 that the battle belongs to the Lord shows that victory over our giants comes through God's power, not our own.

Interactive Questions

• What "giants" am I currently facing?
Are there challenges in my life that seem overwhelming? What are they, and how do I perceive them?
                                                                                                                     • Where am I putting my trust?
Am I trusting in my own abilities or in the power of God to fight for me? How can I shift my focus to God's power and authority?

• Am I standing in faith?
When facing difficulties, do I run away in fear, or do I stand firm, trusting in God’s promises and victory?

• What is my testimony?
How can I testify of God’s faithfulness and victory in my life to encourage myself and others?

• Have I been speaking to my giants?
Have I been declaring God's promises over my life, or have I been giving in to fear and doubt?

Practical Application

  • Declare Victory: Each day, when you face a challenge, declare out loud, “Goliath shall come down.” Speak the promises of God over your life and circumstances.
  • Shift Your Focus: Instead of magnifying the size of your problem, take time to magnify God. Reflect on His power and past victories in your life. Use this as a reminder that your battle is not against flesh and blood, but against the powers of darkness.
  • Walk in Faith: Take action by faith. Like David, don't shrink back from the challenge. Believe that God will fight for you, and walk forward with courage, trusting His leading.
  • Testify: Share your testimony with others. Speak about how God has already delivered you in the past and how you believe He will deliver you now. There is power in the word of our testimony to encourage others and strengthen our own faith.
  • Pray: Commit each battle to God in prayer. Ask Him to show you His power and to help you trust in His victory.

 Jesus Has Already Won the Ultimate Battle
Jesus disarmed principalities and powers through His death on the cross (Colossians 2:15). The ultimate battle against sin, death, and the enemy has already been won by Jesus. Our role now is to stand in the victory He has secured for us.
 In every spiritual battle, remember that Jesus has already won the war. Your giants may appear intimidating, but they are already defeated in Christ. Walk in that victory by faith.

Closing Prayer
Heavenly Father,
Thank You for the reminder that no giant is too big for You. Just as You delivered David from the hand of Goliath, I trust that You will deliver me from the battles I face today. I declare that my giants—whether they be sickness, fear, financial struggles, or spiritual attacks—are coming down in the name of Jesus. Thank You for the victory that is already mine through the blood of the Lamb and the word of my testimony. I choose to stand firm in faith, knowing that the battle belongs to You. Amen