2. Heroes People just like us Part 4 David takes on Goliath 1 Samuel 17 David Thompson Sunday 16 th February 2014

12. David takes on Goliath What are you going to do for Jesus?

13. The Preparation The best way to deal with your own Goliaths is to be prepared Grow in your passion for Jesus and you won’t lose sight of him Don’t put your trust in the things of this world

14. “God chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise; God chose the weak things of the world to shame the strong. He chose the lowly things of this world and the despised things – and the things that are not – to nullify the things that are.” 1 Corinthians 1:27-28

15. The Preparation The best way to deal with your own Goliaths is to be prepared Grow in your passion for Jesus and you won’t lose sight of him Don’t put your trust in the things of this world Consider your eternal reward

16. The Battle Take courage! Don’t be surprised if things get worse before they get better

17. You’re wasting your time! You’re irresponsible! You have a bad character! You’re not serious! It can’t be done! You’re the wrong age!

18. The Battle Take courage! Don’t be surprised if things get worse before they get better Hit the enemy with the promises of God

19. The Covenant Promises of God (some good examples) “Little children, you are from God and have overcome [every opposing spirit], for he who is in you is greater than he who is in the world.” 1 John 4:4 “The peace of God will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:7 “No man shall be able to stand before you all the days of your life. Just as I was with Moses, so I will be with you. I will not leave you or forsake you.” Joshua 1:5

20. “The sting of death is sin, and the power of sin is the law. But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.” 1 Corinthians 15:56-57