40 Days of Hope – Day 18
Make Your Giants Fall!
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Dear Friends,
For survivors of abuse, the giants of low self-esteem and self-doubt can feel overwhelming and crippling. We want so much to overcome, to rise, to heal—but too often every system around us whispers or shouts:
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You’re wrong.
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Something is wrong with you.
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You don’t measure up.
Those voices echo the lies planted by abusers and reinforced by culture, family, and even institutions. They tell us we’re broken beyond repair. But today, we speak a louder truth: God says you are whole, loved, and worthy.
His Word says:
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“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” — Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV)
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“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” — Philippians 4:13 (NIV)
Those systems and voices do not have the final say. The giants end today.
Devotional
David stood before Goliath with only five small stones, but he had something stronger than any weapon—God’s presence and promise. Survivors stand the same way: the world may say you are too small, too weak, or too late. But your “stones” are powerful.
Here are 5 Small Stones for today’s battle:
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Prayer – Whisper His name when fear rises.
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Affirmation – Speak truth: “I am worthy. I am loved.”
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Scripture – Hold verses like Jeremiah 29:11 and Philippians 4:13 close to your heart.
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Community – Reach for the friend, counselor, or navigator who believes in you.
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Action – Take one small step of courage today, no matter how tiny. Giants fall one step at a time.
🎶 “So don’t you be afraid of giants in your way. Gonna watch the giants fall…” — Francesca Battistelli
Hope Goals for Today
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Goal: Break free from the lies of low self-worth, doubt, and despair.
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Pathway: Refuse to believe the voices that say “something is wrong with you.” Choose God’s truth instead.
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My Next Step: Speak it out loud: “I am not broken. My giants fall today.”
Self-Reflection Prompts
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What giants of shame or doubt do you still battle?
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Which systems or voices reinforce those lies in your life?
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What truth from God can you speak today to silence them?
Affirmation for Today
“I am not what abuse, systems, or shame say I am. I am a child of God. My giants of self-doubt, despair, and low self-worth fall today.”
Crisis Support
If you or someone you know is in crisis, please reach out:
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National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233
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National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988
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Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741
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Childhelp (Abuse Hotline): 1-800-422-4453
You are not alone. You are seen. You are heard. You are understood.
Founder President
Stronger Women