At some point, every Christian parent finds themselves facing “giants” — immense obstacles and seemingly impossible circumstances that stand between them and God’s promises. How you respond in these moments determines whether you move forward into the life God intends, or let fear and discouragement hold you back.

In this deeply personal and practical episode, Catherine invites listeners into her own challenging season—her husband’s unexpected job loss, a year of solo parenting, and a disastrous home renovation that threatened to derail everything. With remarkable honesty, Catherine unpacks the real struggles families encounter as they pursue God’s calling in the midst of overwhelming adversity.

But this episode is more than a story of hardship. Catherine shares six powerful, actionable steps for any believer facing a giant—whether in their marriage, career, finances, health, or faith:


Gain God’s Perspective: When circumstances look hopeless, seek to see your situation through God's eyes—not just the intimidating physical realities (08:01). Drawing inspiration from Elisha’s story in 2 Kings 6, Catherine encourages listeners to pray for spiritual vision that reveals God’s power at work beyond what’s visible.


Keep Your Eyes on God, Not the Enemy: It’s tempting to focus on the size of your problems, but victory comes from fixing your gaze on the God who is bigger than any obstacle (13:10). Stories of Moses and Peter remind us that fear grows when we focus on the enemy, but faith grows when we focus on God.


Find Your Fight Songs: Worship is a weapon. Catherine describes how building a playlist of battle songs, like "Greater is He" by Blanca, helped her replace fear with hope—even when nothing changed externally (18:09). She urges parents to let worship shape their outlook during trials.


Gather Your Weapons: Know and wield the Word of God. Catherine describes creating lists of personalized scriptures to pray daily over her children, her family, and her battles. She emphasizes the importance of having these spiritual “weapons” ready before the fight comes (22:41).


Partner in Prayer: Giants don’t fall through solo efforts—find others to pray with and for you. Whether it’s a spouse, small group, or prayer team, uniting faith with others shifts the battle (27:08).


Speak to Your Giant—Prophesy Its Future: Refuse to agree with the enemy’s narrative. Catherine recounts how publicly rejecting the enemy’s threats and speaking agreement with God’s promises led to unexpected breakthroughs—in her bathroom remodel, in her home sale, and in her family’s future (31:05). She clarifies: this isn’t “name it, claim it” theology, but the biblical principle of aligning your words and faith with God's revealed plan rather than fear.

By sharing her vulnerability, setbacks, and ultimate victories, Catherine both comforts and challenges parents: your fight with giants is part of God’s story for you. This episode provides not only encouragement, but also a spiritual toolkit you can use immediately—so you can keep moving toward God’s promises, no matter how daunting the battle seems.

Resources and Further Support


Free scripture resources and faith-building tools available at Catherine’s website


Blanca "Greater Is He"

For any parent standing at their own “Red Sea,” this episode equips you to see beyond your current circumstances, lean into practical faith, and trust the God who is always greater than your giant.

At some point, every Christian parent finds themselves facing &ldquo;giants&rdquo; &mdash; immense obstacles and seemingly impossible circumstances that stand between them and God&rsquo;s promises. How you respond in these moments determines whether you move forward into the life God intends, or let fear and discouragement hold you back.
In this deeply personal and practical episode, Catherine invites listeners into her own challenging season&mdash;her husband&rsquo;s unexpected job loss, a year of solo parenting, and a disastrous home renovation that threatened to derail everything. With remarkable honesty, Catherine unpacks the real struggles families encounter as they pursue God&rsquo;s calling in the midst of overwhelming adversity.
But this episode is more than a story of hardship. Catherine shares six powerful, actionable steps for any believer facing a giant&mdash;whether in their marriage, career, finances, health, or faith:
<ol>
<li>
Gain God&rsquo;s Perspective: When circumstances look hopeless, seek to see your situation through God's eyes&mdash;not just the intimidating physical realities (08:01). Drawing inspiration from Elisha&rsquo;s story in 2 Kings 6, Catherine encourages listeners to pray for spiritual vision that reveals God&rsquo;s power at work beyond what&rsquo;s visible.
</li>
<li>
Keep Your Eyes on God, Not the Enemy: It&rsquo;s tempting to focus on the size of your problems, but victory comes from fixing your gaze on the God who is bigger than any obstacle (13:10). Stories of Moses and Peter remind us that fear grows when we focus on the enemy, but faith grows when we focus on God.
</li>
<li>
Find Your Fight Songs: Worship is a weapon. Catherine describes how building a playlist of battle songs, like "Greater is He" by Blanca, helped her replace fear with hope&mdash;even when nothing changed externally (18:09). She urges parents to let worship shape their outlook during trials.
</li>
<li>
Gather Your Weapons: Know and wield the Word of God. Catherine describes creating lists of personalized scriptures to pray daily over her children, her family, and her battles. She emphasizes the importance of having these spiritual &ldquo;weapons&rdquo; ready before the fight comes (22:41).
</li>
<li>
Partner in Prayer: Giants don&rsquo;t fall through solo efforts&mdash;find others to pray with and for you. Whether it&rsquo;s a spouse, small group, or prayer team, uniting faith with others shifts the battle (27:08).
</li>
<li>
Speak to Your Giant&mdash;Prophesy Its Future: Refuse to agree with the enemy&rsquo;s narrative. Catherine recounts how publicly rejecting the enemy&rsquo;s threats and speaking agreement with God&rsquo;s promises led to unexpected breakthroughs&mdash;in her bathroom remodel, in her home sale, and in her family&rsquo;s future (31:05). She clarifies: this isn&rsquo;t &ldquo;name it, claim it&rdquo; theology, but the biblical principle of aligning your words and faith with God's revealed plan rather than fear.
</li>
</ol>
By sharing her vulnerability, setbacks, and ultimate victories, Catherine both comforts and challenges parents: your fight with giants is part of God&rsquo;s story for you. This episode provides not only encouragement, but also a spiritual toolkit you can use immediately&mdash;so you can keep moving toward God&rsquo;s promises, no matter how daunting the battle seems.
Resources and Further Support
<ul>
<li>
Free scripture resources and faith-building tools available at <a href="https://catherinesegars.com/">Catherine&rsquo;s website</a>
</li>
<li>
Blanca "<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fht61vcBeIw">Greater Is He</a>"
</li>
</ul>
For any parent standing at their own &ldquo;Red Sea,&rdquo; this episode equips you to see beyond your current circumstances, lean into practical faith, and trust the God who is always greater than your giant.

The Christian Parent, Crazy World podcast with Catherine Segars equips moms and dads to be godly parents in a world that often opposes their faith. As a passionate apologist and seasoned communicator, Catherine unpacks the tough cultural issues facing families today, offering insightful, biblically grounded guidance. Each episode helps parents understand the challenges of our times and respond with wisdom, confidence, and grace.

Topics covered on this podcast include:
What to Do If Your Child Walks Away from the Faith
Can Our Words Change the Future?
Why Are So Many Kids Falling Away from The Faith?
13 Ways To Be a Better Parent This Year
5 Things Every Parent Needs to Know About Gen Z
What Critical Foundation Do Many Parents Miss When Discipling Their Kids?
How To Teach Your Kids the Christian Worldview 
Hope and Strategy for Parents of Prodigal Children

Want to read some of Catherine's most popular Christian parenting articles? Check them out here: https://www.crosswalk.com/author/catherine-segars/

The Christian Parent, Crazy World&nbsp;podcast with Catherine Segars equips moms and dads to be godly parents in a world that often opposes their faith. As a passionate apologist and seasoned communicator, Catherine unpacks the tough cultural issues facing families today, offering insightful, biblically grounded guidance. Each episode helps parents understand the challenges of our times and respond with wisdom, confidence, and grace.
Topics covered on this podcast include:
<ul>
<li>What to Do If Your Child Walks Away from the Faith</li>
<li>Can Our Words Change the Future?</li>
<li>Why Are So Many Kids Falling Away from The Faith?</li>
<li>13 Ways To Be a Better Parent This Year</li>
<li>5 Things Every Parent Needs to Know About Gen Z</li>
<li>What Critical Foundation Do Many Parents Miss When Discipling Their Kids?</li>
<li>How To Teach Your Kids the Christian Worldview&nbsp;</li>
<li>Hope and Strategy for Parents of Prodigal Children</li>
</ul>
Want to read some of Catherine's most popular Christian parenting articles? Check them out here: https://www.crosswalk.com/author/catherine-segars/

Christian Parent, Crazy World is a podcast dedicated to helping you be a godly parent in an ungodly world.

Christian Parent, Crazy World

Christian Parent Crazy World

When a Giant Is Standing Between You and God’s Promise - Ep. 191

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