We Are Well Able: Overcoming Giants by Faith
Text: Numbers 13:30 (KJV)
“And Caleb stilled the people before Moses, and said, Let us go up at once, and possess it; for we are well able to overcome it.”
Introduction
Beloved, today we are diving into a powerful moment in Israel’s history — a moment where fear met faith, where the majority chose defeat, but one man, Caleb, declared with courage: “We are well able!”
This message is for anyone facing obstacles, doubts, or a future that seems bigger than what you can handle. Caleb’s declaration wasn't based on human strength — it was grounded in faith in the promises of God.
1. Caleb Saw the Same Giants, But Had a Different Spirit
Text: Numbers 13:31-33
But the men that went up with him said, We be not able to go up against the people; for they are stronger than we.
The other ten spies gave a fearful report. They saw fortified cities and giants — the descendants of Anak. Their conclusion? “We are grasshoppers.”
But Caleb — and later Joshua — saw something different.
Supporting Scripture:
Numbers 14:24
“But my servant Caleb, because he had another spirit with him, and hath followed me fully...”
Key Point: Caleb’s confidence wasn’t in what he saw, but in who God is. He had a different spirit — the spirit of faith!
2. Faith Sees Opportunities, Not Obstacles
When others saw a land too difficult to conquer, Caleb saw a land already promised by God.
Text: Genesis 12:7
“Unto thy seed will I give this land...”
God had already promised the land to Abraham. The giants were irrelevant.
Supporting Scripture:
2 Corinthians 5:7
“For we walk by faith, not by sight.”
Application: As believers, we must see life through the lens of God’s Word, not our limited experiences.
3. The Power of Positive Declaration
Caleb did not just believe; he spoke. He said, “Let us go up at once... we are well able.”
Text: Proverbs 18:21
“Death and life are in the power of the tongue...”
What we declare shapes how we move. Fear speaks of defeat. Faith speaks of victory — before the battle begins.
Supporting Example:
David before Goliath (1 Samuel 17:45-47)
“Thou comest to me with a sword... but I come to thee in the name of the Lord of hosts...”
David, like Caleb, declared victory before the fight even started.
4. The Danger of the Majority Report
Text: Numbers 14:1-4
“And all the congregation lifted up their voice, and cried...”
The entire nation believed the fearful report. Their unbelief delayed destiny — 40 years in the wilderness.
Warning: Don’t let the fearful voices of others paralyze your faith. Majority does not always mean truth.
Supporting Scripture:
Matthew 7:13-14
“Broad is the way, that leadeth to destruction... narrow is the way, which leadeth unto life...”
5. Faith Must Lead to Action
Caleb said, “Let us go up at once...” — faith always leads to obedience and action.
Text: James 2:17
“Faith, if it hath not works, is dead...”
Believing God requires stepping out — even when you feel afraid. It means trusting His Word over your emotions.
6. The Reward of Faithful Endurance
Caleb didn’t just believe — he endured for 45 years until the promise came to pass.
Text: Joshua 14:10-12
“...I am this day fourscore and five years old... Now therefore give me this mountain...”
At 85, Caleb claimed what God promised. Faith has a memory — it holds on until fulfillment.
Supporting Scripture:
Hebrews 10:23
“Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering; (for he is faithful that promised;)”
Conclusion:
Beloved, what giants are standing in your way? What voices are trying to convince you that you are not able?
Remember Caleb’s words:
“Let us go up at once... for we are well able!”
You are well able:
Because God is with you (Romans 8:31)
Because His promises are sure (2 Corinthians 1:20)
Because He fights your battles (Exodus 14:14)
Altar Call / Final Encouragement
If you’ve been discouraged or overwhelmed, today is the day to renew your faith. Stir up that “different spirit” within you — the spirit of Caleb — and declare:
“Give me this mountain!”
You are well able — through Christ, by faith, and with obedience.
