#1155:Conquering Giants

Boys love the story of David and Goliath. Afterall, anytime there’s a battle involving giants with swords, it’s sure to capture attention.But too often, boys fail to apply important lessons from David’s life. Before David defeated Goliath, he had learned to depend on God when battling lions that attacked his sheep. By relying on God in these smaller tests of faith, David had confidence that God would help him no matter what giant situation came his way.What giants are your son facing? At school, is he struggling academically? Are bullies harassing him? Does he know how to navigate peer pressure?The more your son understands that true strength comes from God—for both the small and big stuff—the more victorious he will be in life.For more encouragement and parenting advice, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.