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Courage

Monday September 17, 2018

Early in recovery, just attending to an unfamiliar daily routine is challenging.  However, God promises He will give us the courage we need to take care of everyday responsibilities that were often neglected in the past. 

But when I am afraid, I will put my trust in you.  I praise God for what he has promised.  I trust in God, so why should I be afraid?  (Psalm 56:3-4 NLT)

In the Bible we read of a young man named Gideon who was hiding from the enemies of his people (Judges 6).  He was afraid to be seen at his workplace where he sifted wheat because he knew his enemies would seize the wheat from him if they knew he had it.  The angel of the Lord visited Gideon and called him a mighty warrior and told him to go in the strength of the Lord and save his people from their enemies.  Gideon doubted the Lord’s word and said that his family was the weakest of his clan and he was the smallest in his family.  But, in spite of how fearful he felt, Gideon was obedient to the Lord’s instructions and became the mighty warrior the Lord had said he would be.

Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” (Joshua 1:9 NIV)

Even though we may feel weak and fearful, God is with us.  One day at a time, in the ordinary events of our lives, God will teach us His ways and lead us in the paths He has directed for our feet.  We can dare to let go of all our fears because God promised to give us the strength and courage we need to do what He has asked us to do.  With God’s help we can overcome all our obsessions and dependencies and live life to the full, as God intends.
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Prayer:  Heavenly Father, help me to live in the security that you are with me, giving me the courage and strength to do what You are directing through Your word and the counsel of others.  When I am afraid, I will continue to trust in You.  Amen

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