A while back I was honored when asked to do a workshop for our church women. I had never done this before. I was terrified! The theme of the day was Fearless. As I was praying, researching, and studying I felt that I would use the term, to be courageous.
How many of us have let opportunities we long to do and are called to do go unfulfilled because of that dreaded word, FEAR? I will be the first to admit I have! The fear of failure, fear of not measuring up to others, or the fear of being too young or old to be used can sometimes be so strong that we make excuses as why we can't or won't do things we long to do. And scary things aren't just the big things in life! Sometimes even little things we are asked to do can put fear into us as they take us out of our comfort zones.
Maybe God has been asking you to visit a neighbor and just show His love or even telling your cashier the next time you are in the store that they are truly loved by the Lord! These can be just as scary to do. But God doesn't ask us to do this by ourselves! If He asks us to go He also promises to go with us and give us strength and courage. I used to recite this verse to our children when they were young. Philippians 4:13 I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. Another verse about being courageous is Joshua 1:9
Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.
Today, if you have been dreaming of something you would love to accomplish or feel that God has called you to but have not moved forward because of fear, go for it even in your fear! Be courageous! Because in our weakness God will shine forth His greatness and strength through us!
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