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Pastor Joe gave us a powerful preview last Wednesday:

“You don’t need 5 smooth stones. You need a Champion who will fight for you.”
#Goliath #LifeofDavid #SundaySermonPreviews

This morning, I tuned in from home while healing from an infection. I’m so grateful our church streams live on YouTube—it’s a lifeline when I can’t be there in person.

The Ultimate Superhero

One of my favorite moments was watching the kids gather around Pastor Keith on the platform steps. Their little voices rang out with superhero names—“Iron Man,” “Spider-Man,” “Wonder Woman.” But when Pastor Keith asked them who the ultimate superhero is, they shouted together: “JESUS!”

That moment touched me deeply. I pray their parents keep leading them to church and teaching them the love of Jesus. Because He truly is the ultimate superhero. He’s rescued me from death more times than I can count.

Waiting for the Story

Pastor Joe joked about “three years of Leviticus” —and I laughed right along. Even though I know the story of David and Goliath, I still couldn’t wait for today’s message.

Because the truth is, I’m still here. God has led me through the fire.

“All my life You have been faithful. All my life You have been so, so good. From the moment I wake up until I lay my head, I will sing of the goodness of God.”

Thank You, Jesus! I’m still here.

Powerless Without Him

In my valleys, I have to remember—it’s not my fight. It’s God’s. I’m powerless without Him.

That’s Steps 1, 2, and 3 in the 12-step program I’m in:

  • Admit my powerlessness
  • Believe in a Power greater than myself
  • Turn my life over to Him

I’ve dragged my feet through a lot of valleys in 46 years. I’m in a few right now—health issues, grief, fear. And I know there are more ahead.

But I’m not David. I’m Lori—just a child who needs to be rescued over and over again. I can’t save myself. And believe me, I’ve tried.

My Prayer Today

Lord, help me stay humble. Show me my powerlessness and remind me that only You can save me. I need You. I want You in my life. Fill me with courage and humility.

I don’t need five smooth stones—just You. If I lift my face to You and put all my faith in You alone, hand in hand we can get through anything.

Amen.