God, the giant killer

One reason that millions never made it into the promised land was giants. They stood just outside the promised land afraid to go in because it was inhabited by giants. I know some of you may be wearing a little smirk right now, thinking of giants. However, giants are still keeping us out of our promised land.

How, you may ask? Think of it, and be honest. What giants are you facing in your life? What is it that is keeping you from your promised land? What is it stopping you from obtaining true and complete happiness?

Is your true happiness a new job? A relationship? Maybe going back to school? Possibly working a little extra, or giving up a weekend? Missing a Steeler game? Oh my! For many, there is a fear that stops them from achieving their goals, dreams and their happiness. It may be a fear of failure, thinking they can't go back to school. They are too old. They can't find a good relationship for fear of getting rejected. A fear of fitting in? The fear of something new? Some may keep a bad job, bad relationship or whatever, because of the fear of taking the risk of something new. Even though it may lead to their own real and true happiness.

This fear is a very real giant. Millions get stuck with the ok, or worse. They fear leaving behind the so-so life to say hello to the good life.

God has helped millions defeat their giants. It started with a young man named David defeating Goliath. It continued in the wilderness with Joshua, and God is ready to help you defeat your giant. With God, all things are possible. He promises to never leave your side. He also promises to complete what He starts, in you. God is the strength in your weakness. He promises to go before you to defeat your enemies. All you have to do is follow. Read the 23 Psalm. This is a Psalm for the living. God leads you to your promised land. A challenging life, full of satisfaction and reward. God will bring to you those things that make life restful, peaceful, satisfying and rewarding.  A life worthwhile and fulfilling. And, all you need to do is follow.

I encourage you to follow God today. Ask Jesus to come into your life and lead you. He is faithful. His promise is real. He will come into your life and lead you to a peaceful and rewarding life. He will be you comfort and companion. And, your giant killer.