Courage is not the absence of fear
“Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest.”Joshua 1:9
Reflection
Joshua had reasons to be afraid: he was replacing Moses, crossing a Jordan, and facing giants. But God didn't say 'fear will go away.' He said 'go with Him.' Christian courage is walking with fear holding God's hand. Today, your challenge may not leave the agenda. But the God of Joshua is yours too.
Prayer
Lord, I am afraid, but I'm going. Go with me. Amen.
Put it into practice
Take a step today toward something fear had been making you postpone.
To reflect on
What courageous step has fear kept you from taking, despite God being with you?
Bible text: King James Version (public domain).