Challenging ourselves to have courage

Hello everyone,

I had to take some time for reflection.  We all need that in life but you know I always come back strong and excited to talk to everyone.

I hope you are doing well and know that God is still in control over all of this mess that we are witnessing today in our Country.
 
The topic for today is COURAGE.  We need more people with courage to do what's right because it will benefit so many that are in our lives today, it will benefit so many that come after us and it will just be such a light for others to see Jesus through us.  I think there's so much pressure in the world and sometimes people don't want to be the outsider or go against the odds.

Well, that's our job and when we do that, we change lives and become closer to God to fulfill our purpose.  When you're up against a situation where you need to do something that's right, have courage and if you don't have courage, ask God to give you the strength to have it.  Lack of courage is why we're going through what we're going through today.

Think about it. We're in a spiritual warfare so it's either good or evil.  When we have courage and do what's right, we change the world, help others, give hope and grow within.  Courage is something that we all need for ourselves too because sometimes it's hard out here and I don't know about you but I get tired of not taking advantage of opportunities that God puts in front of me to grow.  The more we have courage and do things that are out of our comfort zone, the better we will be.  That's so true.

We have to challenge ourselves to have courage so again when you have the opportunity, go for it.  You will feel so good about yourselves.  I just wanted to share a poem that God help me to write years ago. See below and enjoy.

Are you afraid to be you?
If so, let me know tell you what you need to do

You need to challenge  yourself each day
To be you in each and every way

If you're shy or scared to cross the line
Pray to God and He will help you to find

Courage to be able to walk with Him
To fulfill your purpose so we all can win

Go with your heart and do what you want to do
You don't have to please others, just be you

God wants to use you in every way He can
So that you can serve Him; He will hold your hand

Be brave, you are not alone
God said to come to Him, you're welcomed in His home

He will help you to challenge the day
Trust in Him every step of the way

Live and don't be afraid
You are a child that God made

Life is given to you by God, you see
Stand up tall and be all that God made you to be

Amen and Thank You Lord