Dr. Tan Tek Seng

DAILY REFLECTION

18 Dec 2025

“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand “—Isaiah 41:10

Every “giant” we face in life is an invitation to trust God more deeply. When we place our battles into His hands, He transforms weakness into strength, fear into faith, and what seems impossible into a testimony of His triumph.

In the Valley of Elah, Israel’s army stood frozen in fear before Goliath—a Philistine warrior towering over nine feet tall, wrapped in heavy armor, wielding sword and spear. For forty days he mocked and defied the armies of the living God, silencing even the bravest soldiers. Then a young shepherd boy named David stepped forward. He carried no armor, no impressive weapons—only a sling and an unshakable confidence in the Lord. David declared with conviction, “You come against me with sword and spear, but I come against you in the name of the Lord Almighty.” When the stone left his sling, it struck Goliath down, and the impossible became reality. The victory was unmistakable: it was God’s power, not human strength, that prevailed.

Like David, we all encounter giants—financial pressure, health crises, broken relationships, daunting responsibilities, or spiritual battles that seem beyond us. These challenges intimidate and threaten to overwhelm us. Yet God speaks into our fear through Isaiah 41:10.

David’s story renews our courage. Victory is never determined by the size of the obstacle, but by the greatness of the God who stands with us. When we trust Him, every giant becomes an opportunity for God’s glory to be revealed through our lives.

Isaiah 41:10 encourages believers to confront their fears with confidence, reassuring them that God's presence, power, and righteousness are more than enough for any challenge. It urges God’s people to remain grounded in divine assurance rather than being overwhelmed by human limitations.

“Inaction breeds doubt and fear. Action breeds confidence and courage.”