Fusion: week of 1/14

FAMILY THEME: COURAGEOUS FAITH

1 Samuel 17:1-58

Displaying great faith, young David fought and defeated the 

champion Goliath.

1.  Our Faith Will Often Be Challenged

     (1 Samuel 17:1-3 , 16 , 28 , 33)

     David faced challenges both from the Philistines

     and from his own brothers.

 
2.  Challenges to Our Faith Are Often Intimidating

     (1 Samuel 17:2-24)

     By all human measures, Goliath was an intimidating,

     indomitable obstacle.

 
3.  God Can Prepare Young and Old Alike for

     Great Acts of Faith

     (1 Samuel 17:25-40)

     Because of his faith, David was convinced and was

     able to convince others that he could defeat Goliath.

4.  God Honors Courageous Faith

     (1 Samuel 17:41-58)

     God gave David the victory because of his faith in Him.