Do not be afraid! Act courageuosly!
JOHN 16:33 (ABP)
Jesus encouraged them so they'd be at peace, "In this God-forsaking world you're harrased. But I want you to act courageously because I have already prevailed over it!"
THE ESSENCE
When we align our lives with what Christ has done and is doing, we can act courageously in the face of spiritual pushback.
DAILY FODDER
Over 700 times in the Bible people are told to be courageous or to "fear not" (or equivalent). Why do you think this is such a major emphasis in scripture?
PRAYER
God, the light of your love vanishes shadows and puts darkness to flight. Forgive me for the times I let my fears overwhelm me. Give me a stout heart. Remind me that there is no enemy you have not already defeated. Strengthen me and set me free to let my hands do your work in this world. Amen. (Daily Texts, Ground Up Grace edition)
THE LORD’S PRAYER (ABP)
Our Father in Heaven,
we hold your name in the highest regard.
Please come and establish your reign here on earth
so that everything that happens here will align
with what is happening in heaven.
Our Father in Heaven,
we hold your name in the highest regard.
Please come and establish your reign here on earth
so that everything that happens here will align
with what is happening in heaven.
Give us enough food for today.
Forgive us our wrongdoing,
and we’ll forgive those who have wronged us.
Shield us from the trials and temptations that come our way.
Lastly, we pray that you will protect us from all forms of evil. Amen.
and we’ll forgive those who have wronged us.
Shield us from the trials and temptations that come our way.
Lastly, we pray that you will protect us from all forms of evil. Amen.
