“Therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, I urge you to present your bodies as a living

sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God; this is your spiritual worship. Do not be conformed to this

age, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may discern what is the

good, pleasing, and perfect will of God.”-Romans 12:1-2

Overcoming the Fear of Sacrifice1 Samuel 17

Overcoming the Fear of SacrificeHe had to overcome the

hindrances of his own family. 1 Samuel 17:28

Overcoming the Fear of SacrificeHe had to overcome the

hindrances of his own family. 1 Samuel 17:28

“What are you doing around here anyway? What about those few sheep you’re supposed to be taking care of? I know about your pride and dishonesty.

You just want to see the battle!”

Overcoming the Fear of SacrificeHe had to be committed

to God’s cause. 1 Samuel 17:29

“Is there not a cause?”

Overcoming the Fear of SacrificeHe used what he had.

1 Samuel 17:38-40

“He picked up five smooth stones from a stream and put them in his shepherd's bag. Then, armed only

with his shepherd’s staff and sling, he started across to fight Goliath.”

Overcoming the Fear of SacrificeHe trusted God for what he didn’t have.

1 Samuel 17:45-46

“I come to you in the name of the Lord Almighty!”

Overcoming the Fear of SacrificeSaul failed the test and lived with regret.

1 Samuel 18:6-9

“…from that time on Saul kept a jealous eye on David.”

The Need for SacrificeOvercoming the Fear of Sacrifice

Understanding the Stewardship of SacrificeForfeiting the Greatness of Sacrifice

Evaluating the Attitude Toward Sacrifice

“I will not sacrifice to the Lord my God offerings

that cost me nothing.”-King David, 2 Samuel 24:24

“Then the people rejoiced, for they had given to the Lord

with a whole heart.”-1 Chronicles 29:9