“Then the Lord said to Joshua, “Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged. Take the whole army with you and go up and attack Ai. For I have delivered into your hands the King of Ai, his people and his land.” (Joshua 8:1 NIV)…
Tag: courage
Have you walked with God long enough to notice a reoccurring theme?
Moses went home early and the people of God learned to lean into the promise and presence of God whole new ways.
“He was there before any of it came into existence and He holds it all together.” (Colossians 1:17 MSG) “I look behind me and You’re there, then up ahead and You’re there, too – Your reassuring presence coming an going. This is too much, too…
After that, Pharisees and religion scholars came to Jesus all the way from Jerusalem, criticizing.” (Matthew 15:1 MSG) It is far easier to criticize than it is to participate. Think about anything that requires skill: an organized sport, a five star meal, a painted masterpiece.…
“But the people refused to listen to Samuel. “No!” they said, “We want a king over us. Then we will be like he other nations, with a king to lead us and go out before us and fight our battles.” (1 Samuel 8:19-20 NIV) I’m…
“Keep your eye on the healthy soul, scrutinize the straight life, there’s a future in strenuous wholeness.” (Psalm 37:37 MSG) So, in the strange words of current culture; “I did a thing.” This summer, almost by accident, I enrolled in college. It may not seem…
“This is my command – be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the Lord you God is with you wherever you go.” (Joshua 1: NLT) Have you ever battled crippling fear while attempting to do something you are certain God has…