How To Overcome The Giant Of Fear

Message Summary:

Fear grips us all at some point. Heart pounding, palms sweaty, mind racing—you’ve been there. I told the story of standing in line for a rollercoaster, terrified, but that’s nothing compared to the real fears of life: fear of failure, rejection, death, the unknown.

That’s exactly where Israel stood in 1 Samuel 17, staring at Goliath, the giant who taunted them day and night. His armor alone weighed more than most men could carry, and his words shook even King Saul—the tallest man in Israel.

But David was different. Why? He knew God’s presence, not just God’s law. He trusted the Lord who had rescued him from lions and bears and believed God would rescue him again.

Here’s the truth:
 • Fear taunts you.
 • Fear paralyzes you.
 • But fear cannot stand against the presence of God.

The way to defeat fear isn’t in your own strength, but in trusting God. Spend time with Him. Seek His presence. When you know who God is, your confidence grows, and you can declare:

“My fear is big, but my God is bigger.”

So what giant of fear is taunting you today? Will you run like Saul and the Israelites, or will you stand in faith like David?