Youth Sermon: Hope for the Underdog

Life can be tough, right?

School, parents, friends, the pandemic - it can all feel like too much sometimes. And trying to grow in our faith and overcome our mistakes can be hard. But the cool thing is, we don't have to do it alone.

The Bible is packed with stories of people who faced crazy odds and still came out on top. And they all have one thing in common: they knew they couldn't do it alone. They needed God's help. Like David, this young dude who faced a giant named Goliath. Everyone else was too scared to fight, but David trusted in God to give him the win.

David wasn't ready for this fight. He didn't have all the answers or the strength to win on his own. But he had hope. He knew that with God on his side, nothing was impossible.

Imagine this

This is what David used to fight Goliath. No armor, no sword, just a slingshot and five smooth stones. He knew his battle wasn't just physical, but spiritual. He relied on God's power to fight for him. We can learn from David and fight our battles by trusting in God, praying, and inviting God to step in.

When David beat Goliath, it changed everything. The Israelite army, once scared, was now filled with hope and courage. David's hope was contagious. When just one person has hope, it can spread to others and change the whole story. The same goes for us. When one of us has hope, it can spread and change our whole group.

Be that person with hope

So, I want to challenge you today to be that person with hope. Believe that God can use you to make a difference. Have faith that God can bring victory in your life. When we come together with hope, there's nothing we can't overcome. Let's choose faith over fear and trust in God's power to bring us victory.

Small Group Breakout Questions

1. What are some 'giants' you are currently facing?

2. How can you rely on God's power to overcome these challenges?

3. How can you spread hope in your community this week?

Get the Full Youth Group Plan

• Icebreaker: David and Goliath: The Underdog Challenge
• Group Activity: Five Smooth Stones
• Youth Challenge: Be a Carrier of Hope