Meaning of courageous: not deterred by danger or pain; brave.

The word courageous is used six times in the (KJV) bible.

What is it in our human makeup that makes some of us courageous in times of trouble and some of us crumble like a cookie?? Some are willing to give up their own lives to save someone they do not even know. 

When trouble arises do we run to help? Or do we run away and hide ?? Life has many challenges, health, financial, relationships. During my life, I have witnessed single parents having the courage to step up to the plate for their children time and time again. I have seen friends come and stand firm and offer a shoulder when life got  messy. I have seen families hold each other up during life trials.  I have witnessed courage in the face of life-threatening illnesses. 

I do believe courage comes in all sizes from the simplest gesture to the biggest heroic event. But where and how do we get the strength to execute this type of courage? 

In my quest to understand this word I looked to people that in my opinion have shown courage. And I found that each one has a uniqueness about the act. However, there is one thing that I have witnessed. It is not seen in all who display courage. There are some that have this beautiful peace that can be seen and felt when you are around them. 

How do they have such peace, such courage, such love ?? There does seem to be a common denominator. It seems to come from a deep place within the soul. It is a God-given unexplainable peace and strength.. sometimes it boggles the mind... 

I do feel we should keep God closer than our own skin.. because life is fragile and having Him in our lives before we are put through any test definitely gives us a Divine edge.  Don’t wait. Have the courage to stand up and make Him the center of your life.. and reap the rewards now !! He is the true gift of life! 

It’s Him, it’s always Him 

Be strong and of good courage, do not fear nor be afraid of them; for the LORD your God, He is the One who goes with you. He will not leave you nor forsake you. Deuteronomy 31:6 

There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love. 

1 John 4:18 

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