Spiritual Shift 18: From Fear to Courage

Description: We embrace the mission Jesus has given us in obedience to his Word, and we trust that he will deliver us from all who threaten and oppose us. We refuse to compromise our loyalty to Christ, confident that he will defend us (and that even if he does not, he is still worthy of our wholehearted allegiance). We nurture courage by being with Jesus and by gathering in prayer for the fullness of the Spirit, confidently expecting that God will stretch out his hand to heal and bring transformation to those around us. Scriptures: Joshua 1:1-9; 2 Chronicles 32:1-21; Daniel 3:13-18; Acts 4:13, 18-31 Select one of these scriptures and meditate on it. Prayer Prompts: Where do you need the most courage today? With that awareness, lean into God’s Word with expectation. Select one of the texts below. Read it slowly to yourself. Now place the situation that came to your mind into the text, inviting Jesus to shift your fears to courage as you read it again.