It’s truly remarkable how God often communicates promises to us, assuring us of abundant blessings and victories in our promised land—whether in global business, successful ventures, ministry, or career progression. Some of us have even received visions and dreams foretelling healings, miracles, and triumphs that lie ahead. However, amidst these assurances, we sometimes overlook the unconquered giants dwelling in our promised land.
There is no need to fear these giants, as we are already fighting from a position of victory. Nevertheless, we must recognize that our active participation is required to seize the assured victory. The Israelites, initially enthusiastic about the promised land, lost hope upon hearing reports of formidable giants. Only Joshua and Caleb, who remained focused on God’s promise, had faith that the same God who parted the Red Sea could grant them victory over the giants.
Despite the grapes being so large that they required two people to carry them, the majority of Israelites were unwilling to conquer the giants and occupy the land. However, after 40 years, a new generation emerged, willing to partner with God in claiming the land.
Recognizing that God possesses the strategy and intelligence, we need only believe and accept to partner with Him. We must step in for God to demonstrate His power. Just as the Covenant Box and praise preceded the Israelites into battle, David faced Goliath with confidence in the covenant God had with Israelites. The priests stepped into the overflowing River Jordan with the covenant box for the river to part ways. As Christians, our covenant with God, established from the point of salvation, assures us of victory—Jesus has already conquered for us, and that covenant stands to defend us each day.
David, belonging to God’s covenant, faced Goliath with conviction, motivated not only by the incentives of marrying a king’s daughter and tax exemption but by the mockery endured by Israel for 40 days. David, armed with only a sling and five stones, demonstrated profound faith, believing each stone could defeat one giant. The Rock of Ages accompanied the stone, hitting Goliath on the forehead, and David reaped the spoils that eluded others in the army, introducing him to Israel as a future king.
Consider Gideon, who, though initially afraid, obeyed God even in his reluctance to go to war. He gained boldness after overhearing the enemy’s discussion about God granting victory to the Israelites in a dream. This emboldened him to pursue the enemy, resulting in God delivering victory.
Reflecting on Abraham’s triumph in old age against kings, it’s evident that active participation led to victory. The Bible notes that since the time of John the Baptist, the kingdom of God suffers violence, and the violent seize it by force. Standing on the covenant ensures victory, but we must choose our spiritual weapons wisely—praying, praising, worshipping—utilizing whatever strategies God provides to secure victory.
We must rise as warriors in our families, societies, nations, and the world, recognizing that victory is already ours. However, divine intelligence is essential to guide our approach to battles. Each war in Israel had a different God-given strategy, resulting in assured victory.
Sadly, many Christians today are unwilling to partner with God in spiritual warfare. There are generational curses, bloodline patterns to break, attacks on our children to confront, and cultural shifts that require divine partnerships.
