The media floods our world with the stories of vicious attacks of all kinds. These attacks aim at our physical, financial and emotional security. We work hard to put in place all kinds of safeguards and attack deterrents but the enemies are always racing to circumvent our efforts. It would be easy to be afraid and in many cases it is wise to recognize the dangers around us. God says “Behold I send you out as sheep in the midst of wolves therefore be wise as serpents and innocent as doves” Matt. 10:16. So we are not to allow fear to send us scurrying to hiding places but we are to remember who always goes with us into every situation. We can draw on Him for courage to be active and effective in our world. There are the battlefield warriors whose need for courage exceeds my capacity to understand. There are also the home front challenges that could overcome us without His help. For Believers there is an enormous need for courage in order to lead the life He died to make possible. We may have a significant role or may be very small and seemingly insignificant but His challenge stands for us all “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous! Do not tremble or be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go” Josh. 1:7. We can do it. He will help.
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