Posts Tagged ‘ Courageous ’
The fear of mankind is a snare, but the one who trusts in the Lord is protected.
Proverbs 29:25, CSB
So much in this world can intimidate us and bring us fear, but God is in control and will carry us to His side when we pass from this life.
He has rescued us from the domain of darkness and transferred us into the kingdom of the Son he loves.
Colossians 1:13, CSB
We watch our lives to ensure we are replacing our old sinful habits with righteous habits, that no one may have an excuse for rejecting the gospel.
For his anger lasts only a moment, but his favor, a lifetime. Weeping may stay overnight, but there is joy in the morning.
Psalm 30:5, CSB
We watch our lives, knowing many will reject the gospel for any reason, but also because we wish to please our Savior and source of true joy.
He will wipe away every tear from their eyes. Death will be no more; grief, crying, and pain will be no more, because the previous things have passed away.
Revelation 21:4, CSB
We watch our lives, knowing people will look for any excuse to not believe the gospel. Even amidst all the pain and sadness of this life, we know that it will be worth it when Christ returns and personally comforts us.
“I tell you, this one went down to his house justified rather than the other, because everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, but the one who humbles himself will be exalted.”
Luke 18:14, CSB
We watch our lives, knowing many will find any reason to reject the gospel. We humbly admit our failures and accept the help of the Holy Spirit to empower us to live holy lives.
When they had prayed, the place where they were assembled was shaken, and they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak the word of God boldly.
Acts 4:31, CSB
We watch our lives, knowing many will reject the message of Christ and look for any reason, including how we live. Thankfully, we are empowered by the Holy Spirit to be faithful and grow in Christlikeness and share the gospel boldly and courageously.
Be alert, stand firm in the faith, be courageous, be strong.
1 Corinthians 16:13, CSB
We must constantly watch ourselves for temptation and sin, spiritual attacks and times of weakness, but we can be bold knowing that Christ is the faithful one who moves in and empowers us by the power of the Holy Spirit.
“Haven’t I commanded you: be strong and courageous? Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”
Joshua 1:9, CSB
We are called to call others to Jesus, and we can do so with confidence knowing God’s Holy Spirit is in us and empowering us to boldly proclaim the gospel.
Wait for the Lord; be strong, and let your heart take courage; wait for the Lord!
Psalm 27:14, ESV
We walk according God’s will, seeking His glory. Life might not go the way we expect, but we know God is in control and holds us in His hands.
“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”
Joshua 1:9, ESV
God commands us to be courageous and strong!
Yet, by His Holy Spirit, He helps us. Trust Him.
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