Even When You Lack (Study Guide)

“Even When You Lack”

Sermon Study Guide for March 22, 2026


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Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:41-50


1. The Valley of Elah


Philistines & Goliath


Saul vs. David



2. What David Had


a. __________________________________



b. __________________________________



c. ___________________________________

Psalm 23:4



3. What You Have


Matthew 25:14-30


John 8:32


Luke 12:1-12





Questions to Discuss or Ponder:

  1. What do you know about David, the shepherd boy? Recall his story up to this point.
  2. How would you respond to an enemy who is almost 10 feet tall?
  3. What is the difference between Saul and David in this story? Who is really providing leadership to the people? Why do you say that?
  4. How does David focus on what he has rather than on what he lacks?
  5. Why do we often find it easier to focus on our lack than on what God has given us?
  6. In what way does the truth set a person free? How does truth enable us to be brave even when people defy God?
  7. When have you experience a “David & Goliath” story in your own life? What happened?
  8. What do you have that God can use?


Scripture for the Week:

Monday - Psalm 23

Tuesday - Psalm 143

Wednesday - Psalm 109

Thursday - Psalm 35

Friday - Psalm 27

Saturday - Matthew 21:1-11


In response to this Scripture, how will you live?



Prayer Prompt: What do you have that God will use?

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