As a small child, I loved the story of David and Goliath.
That was partly because, despite being the older daughter, I was the shrimp in our family. Therefore, identifying with David came easily. Additionally, our family typically cheered for the underdog in any challenging situation. Since we lived in the country and enjoyed outdoor life, my dad also made me a slingshot. However, berries from dogwood trees provided my only ammunition.
Later, I understood in greater detail how God worked through David to achieve a higher purpose than simply defeating a giant. David’s life demonstrated clearly that God can use anyone. From shepherd boy to king. From obscurity to prominence. From smallest to greatest. God took the little David had to offer and used it to change the world during David’s lifetime and beyond.
As with David, when God directs and we follow, we receive everything we need for the battles before us. Not only that, but we also complete our most significant work when we recognize our weaknesses and rely entirely on God’s power. On the other hand, when we tackle problems in our own strength, we usually end up like Goliath—flat on our face.
Our giants may be far different from David’s, but they remain no less challenging. Poverty, prejudice, crime, abuse, illiteracy, and a multitude of wrongs surround us. The tasks appear impossible. But if we choose one battle at a time under the leadership of the Lord, we, too, can slay some mighty giants.
Exchange your weakness for God’s strength and watch God work through you to slay your giants.
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Diana Derringer is author of Beyond Bethlehem and Calvary: 12 Dramas for Christmas, Easter, and More! She writes for several publications and enjoys traveling with her husband and serving as a friendship family to international university students. She offers life lessons from English expressions at dianaderringer.com.