Pastor Franklin spoke last week on Giants and Giant-Killers, and as he took us through several Giants in the Bible and the Giant-Killers who looked to and depended upon God for strength and wisdom. He concluded by saying there was One more giant killer shown to us in the book...

Can you imagine receiving multiple blessings that held the promise of a savior through restoration of family lineage that seemed impossible? Through Naomi’s commitment to her people and to return home after the loss of her husband and Ruth’s commitment to her mother-in-law and her God after the gut-wrenching loss...

Why do we find giants so frightening? Usually, their largeness reminds us of our smallness. They carry deadly weapons. They come prepared for war. We realize we are not up for the task of fighting, much less defeating a giant—we are too small, too inexperienced, too weak. While the giants...

Doubt is one of the most present giants we face. It shows up in the way we speak, the way we think, and the way we see ourselves. It is not a distant or abstract enemy; it is very real, and it is relentless. If a simple search could reveal...

The reference in 2 Samuel, "in still another battle," reminds us that with every battle we face and conquer, we must always be ready for the next one. The giants can manifest as an illness, a loss, a breakup, a disappointment, or a financial challenge. Take a moment to consider:...