"Courage is not simply one of the virtues, but the form of every virtue at the testing point" (Clive Staples Lewis)
This week we are exploring different Bible figures and the way they displayed courage, with particular focus on the apostle, Paul. Paul displayed courage physically inasmuch as he was prepared to die for the sake of the gospel. He also demonstrated spiritual courage when he witnessed to the officials at the risk of his life. Paul heard the voice of God on the road to Damascus and he had the courage to obey and thereafter, he lived a life in total obedience to his Lord and Saviour.
Listening to God's voice is of little value if those called are not will to act on God's instruction. It takes courage to act on God's instructions. Simply hearing the voice of God is not enough; action is necessary to please God and to remain in His will. God may ask for change in lives and hearts. He may request more than we are willing to give. It takes courage to act on God's instructions, but God comes through when we obey and submit our lives to Him.
Christians who have been covered by the blood of Christ and have applied His name to their lives are different than others they see in their schools, in their families, and around the town. Young people who do not let their friends pressure them to be involved in illegal, dishonest, and immoral activities will be derided. A true commitment to Christ shows because changes take place as you move toward being more like Him.
Please feel free to talk to us at any time,
Listening to God's voice is of little value if those called are not will to act on God's instruction. It takes courage to act on God's instructions. Simply hearing the voice of God is not enough; action is necessary to please God and to remain in His will. God may ask for change in lives and hearts. He may request more than we are willing to give. It takes courage to act on God's instructions, but God comes through when we obey and submit our lives to Him.Christians who have been covered by the blood of Christ and have applied His name to their lives are different than others they see in their schools, in their families, and around the town. Young people who do not let their friends pressure them to be involved in illegal, dishonest, and immoral activities will be derided. A true commitment to Christ shows because changes take place as you move toward being more like Him.
Please feel free to talk to us at any time,
Dave and Heather
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