Posts with the tag “courage”

"The Lord is a stronghold for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble." - Psalm 9:9Have you noticed that some storms in your life seem to keep circling back? The same struggles, the same battles, the same frustrations. It is like you can never fully outrun them, no matter how hard you try. There is a reason for that.In the same pasture, cows and buffalo live side by side, but when a storm ...  Read More

"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 1:9There is real freedom in realizing that every fight you face is not yours to carry alone. We live in a world that tells us to push harder, fight harder, and figure it all out. But God’s Word offers a different perspective. When Joshua st...  Read More

"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 1:9Courage is not about feeling fearless. It is about moving forward even when fear is gripping your heart. As John Wayne said, "Courage is being afraid but saddling up anyways." The truth is, every one of us will face things that feel bigg...  Read More

"What then shall we say to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us?" - Romans 8:31 When we hear the story of David and Goliath, it’s often painted as a classic underdog tale. The small guy takes on the giant against all odds and somehow wins. In the sports world, it’s the Cinderella story of the smaller team taking down the powerhouse. But here’s the truth you need to know: David was...  Read More

Continue steadfastly in prayer, being watchful in it with thanksgiving. - Colossians 4:2    Let me ask you a question, how is your prayer life? Let me take it a step further, how is your prayer life impacting the rest of your life? Prayer isn't merely a task to check off our daily to-do list; it's a lifeline connecting us to the very heart of God. Consistent and fervent prayer is not just a religi...  Read More

"Whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant, and whoever wants to be first must be your slave— just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many." - Matthew 20:26-28   In a world that often measures greatness by power, influence, and authority, the Bible presents a different perspective on leadership—one rooted in servanthoo...  Read More

"For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope." - Jeremiah 29:11   Have you ever made the decision to go all in on God’s calling for your life? This is different than giving your life to Christ. While that is the first step (and the most important), it is not the only step of obedience God calls us to take. At some poin...  Read More

"Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go." - Joshua 1:9 (NIV)   As a leader, you will inevitably encounter moments when tough decisions must be made. These choices can be daunting, but remember that God has equipped you with the strength and courage to lead with wisdom and compassion. Consid...  Read More

“For He says, ‘In a favorable time I listened to you, and in a day of salvation I have helped you.’ Behold, now is the favorable time; behold, now is the day of salvation.” - 2 Corinthians 6:2  The time is NOW. We have spent the last week talking about how you have everything you need to pursue and accomplish God’s purpose and will for your life right now. We talked about how you are sitting on an...  Read More

“And with that he breathed on them and said, ‘Receive the Holy Spirit.’” - John 20:22  Is fear holding you back? Has God given you a dream or a purpose you know you must fulfill, but you just keep putting it off because of fear? Unfortunately, fear is often the strongest handicap that keeps people from achieving their dreams and goals. As a believer, one of the best feelings in the world is when y...  Read More