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Courage isn’t the absence of fear—it’s choosing to move forward in spite of it. Every great accomplishment in history was born out of someone daring to act when everything inside them said, “Turn back.” True courage is not found in our own strength but in trusting God to carry us through.

1. Courage Starts With Faith

Joshua was told three times in Joshua 1:9, “Be strong and of a good courage…for the Lord thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest.” Courage doesn’t come from pretending we’re fearless—it comes from remembering we’re never alone. When fear whispers, “You can’t,” God declares, “I am with you.”

2. Small Steps Lead to Big Victories

Sometimes courage looks like facing a giant; other times, it’s simply getting out of bed when life feels heavy. Don’t underestimate small acts of bravery. Each step forward builds strength for the battles ahead.

3. Courage Inspires Others

Your courage doesn’t just change you—it encourages those watching. When David faced Goliath, his faith stirred the hearts of an entire nation. The way you handle challenges can become the spark someone else needs to face their own.

4. God Rewards Courage

Stepping out in courage may not always be easy, but it always positions you for God’s blessing. Fear holds you back, but courage opens the door for miracles. As 2 Timothy 1:7 reminds us, “For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.”

Final Thought

Courage is not a one-time choice—it’s a daily decision. Each day, you have the opportunity to silence fear and walk in faith. Take that step, face that challenge, pursue that dream. God has equipped you with everything you need.

Be courageous today—because the God within you is greater than the obstacles before you.

“Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity!” – Psalm 133:1

Unity is one of the most powerful forces in the world. When people come together with one heart and one purpose, amazing things can happen. Families grow stronger, churches flourish, communities thrive, and nations rise when unity is at the center.

Think of a bundle of sticks. One stick alone is easy to break, but when bound together, they are nearly impossible to snap. That is what unity does—it makes us stronger than we could ever be alone.

Unity doesn’t mean we always agree on everything. It means we value love, respect, and purpose above our differences. It means we are willing to lay aside pride, anger, and selfishness for the greater good.

Jesus prayed in John 17 that His followers would be one, even as He and the Father are one. That kind of unity reflects the heart of God to the world. Division weakens us, but unity magnifies His glory through us.

Today, let us choose unity—in our families, in our friendships, in our churches, and in our communities. Let us look past what separates us and focus on what binds us: love, grace, and the purpose God has given us.

✅ Takeaway: Unity is not found in perfection but in connection.

💡 Action Step: Find one way today to bring peace, encourage cooperation, or build a bridge with someone around you.

James 4:16. Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.

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Quote:

Pray daily, God is easier to talk to than most people

Story:

The African impala can jump to a height of over 10 feet and cover a distance of greater than 30 feet. 

Yet these magnificent creatures can be kept in an enclosure in any zoo with a 3-foot wall. The animals will not jump if they cannot see where their feet will fall.

Faith is the ability to trust what we cannot see, and with faith we are freed from the flimsy enclosures of life that fear allows to entrap us.

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The African impala can jump to a height of over 10 feet and cover a distance of greater than 30 feet. 

Yet these magnificent creatures can be kept in an enclosure in any zoo with a 3-foot wall. The animals will not jump if they cannot see where their feet will fall.

Faith is the ability to trust what we cannot see, and with faith we are freed from the flimsy enclosures of life that fear allows to entrap us.

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Scripture: 

Hebrews 11:1

Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.

Humor:

Have you ever thought about having a personal, inner thermostat or regulator? If something goes wrong you know your thermostat, God will bring everything back in line. 

It is like a checking account where you put in deposits and withdrawals. If you put a deposit amount that was actually a deduction you won’t balance or reconcile. If the Lord chastens you and you put on the withdrawal side you won’t balance or reconcile. 

You must learn where to put things and make sure they are in perspective. It is like a wagon wheel it might be down at the moment but will roll right back up, if you will give it time.

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Have you ever held back in prayer because you felt your request was too big, too bold, or too impossible? Sometimes we whisper small prayers, afraid to “bother” God with the depths of our desires. But the truth is—God invites us to come boldly before His throne, not timidly.

1. God Honors Bold Faith

Hebrews 4:16 declares, “Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need.” Bold requests show God that we truly believe He is who He says He is—the Almighty, the Provider, the Waymaker. When we pray small, we limit our vision; when we pray big, we align ourselves with His power.

2. Remember Who You’re Asking

You’re not asking a friend for a favor—you’re speaking to the Creator of heaven and earth. The One who split the Red Sea, calmed the storm, and raised the dead still has unlimited resources. If He could feed 5,000 with a few loaves and fish, surely He can meet your need today.

3. Bold Prayers Come From Bold Trust

Making bold requests doesn’t mean demanding your way—it means trusting God with His way. It’s saying, “Lord, this is the desire of my heart, but I trust Your wisdom above mine.” True boldness is rooted in surrender, not arrogance.

4. Ask, Believe, and Expect

Jesus said in John 14:13-14, “And whatsoever ye shall ask in my name, that will I do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son.” Bold prayers glorify God when the answer is undeniable evidence of His hand at work. Don’t just ask—believe and expect Him to move.

Final Thought

Don’t be afraid to bring your deepest desires and impossible situations before the Lord. He delights in showing Himself strong on behalf of those who trust Him. Today, stretch your faith—pray big, ask boldly, and watch God do exceedingly, abundantly above all that you can ask or think (Ephesians 3:20).

God is not intimidated by your request—He is honored by your faith.

Psalms 133:1-3. A SONG OF DEGREES OF DAVID.
Behold, how good and how pleasant it is
for brethren to dwell together in unity!
It is like the precious ointment upon the head,
that ran down upon the beard,
even Aaron’s beard: that went down to the skirts of his garments;
As the dew of Hermon, and as the dew that descended upon the mountains of Zion:
for there the LORD commanded the blessing,
even life for evermore.