INTRO: Have you previously heard anyone teach about the giants after Goliath that David faced?

READ: 2 Samuel 21:15-17

DISCUSS
1. Have your giants changed as you have aged? That is, have the giants in your life been consistent or different as you have succeeded, or failed, or pursued a career, or encountered other significant life events?
2. Ishbi-Benob means “to retreat, to go home.” This giant tries to convince you to retreat, to give up. What tempts you to do that? Discouragement or hopelessness? Failure or exhaustion? Or something else?
3. Pastor Robert noted that Jesus’s most frequent command during his ministry on Earth was, “Don’t be afraid.” What in your life might he be telling you not to fear?
4. Have you tried to face a giant alone? What about in community? What was the difference between the two experiences?
5. What is the first step to being surrounded and supported by a community?
6. Who do you support? Would anyone consider you one of their mighty warriors?

PRAY:
Lord, thank you for providing the church community. With the support and encouragement of my brothers and sisters in the church, may I not retreat from the giants in my path.

SHARE & PRAY:
- Share one thing you need prayer for today
- Take time to pray for one person at a time
- Invite the Holy Spirit to guide your time
- Listen to the Lord for guidance in how to pray for one another