Most of us would probably define “courage” with words like “bold,” “fearless” and “unafraid.” However, it seems to me that those traits don’t have a lot to do with real courage. A fearless person needs no courage. Same with the person who is boldly unafraid. Real courage is the ability to overcome fear in order to do what needs to be done.
For some people courage comes quite naturally, while others have it thrust upon them by situations and circumstances. Some are motivated to courageous actions by friends and family. Others take courage from their faith and from cherished values. Still others are inspired by different things in different situations. The important thing is finding the right foundation upon which to build a courageous response and then responding to it without fear or weakness.
-It takes courage to say "No" in times of distress when your world is caving in.
-It takes courage to agree to principles that everyone else says are antiquated and no longer useful.
-It takes courage to stand when your friends and others are in opposition to you.
-It takes courage to live for Christ when everyone else says give up.
Choose courage-don't be afraid!
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