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What's In your Bag???

Nov 2, 2025    Dr. Kendon Gibson

This powerful message takes us deep into the story of David and Goliath, but with a fresh perspective that challenges us to examine what we're carrying into our daily battles. The central question—'What are you carrying in your bag?'—becomes a mirror for our spiritual preparedness. We discover that David's shepherd's bag wasn't just a container for stones; it represented his preparation, his past victories, his personal faith, and the power found in ordinary things surrendered to God. The five smooth stones symbolize faith, courage, obedience, worship, and the Word of God—five essential weapons we need for spiritual warfare. What makes this message particularly compelling is the reminder that we cannot fight our battles with someone else's armor or faith. We must develop our own testimony, our own relationship with God, and our own spiritual arsenal. The sermon confronts us with an uncomfortable truth: many of us are walking into giant-sized problems with empty bags, unprepared and unfed spiritually. We're challenged to fill our bags with prayer, worship, God's Word, and the evidence of faith that demonstrates we truly trust Him even when circumstances look impossible.