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God is looking for bold, courageous faith!

Almighty God is a rewarder. He acknowledges and responds to faith and obedience. Hebrews 11:6 says: “But without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him.” A reward is: “something that is given in return for good behavior or service; a recompense; an award.” God rewards those that diligently seek Him in many ways, not only in this lifetime, but also in eternity. Hebrews 10:35 says: “So don’t lose your bold, courageous faith, for you are destined for a great reward” Jesus taught in the parable of the talents that those who are faithful will be rewarded with greater authority, influence and joy: Matthew 25:23 ‘Well done, good and faithful servant; you have been faithful over a few things, I will make you ruler over many things. Enter into the joy of your lord.” Don’t ever let the enemy steal your faithfulness. It will be rewarded. Galations 6:9 says: “Let us not grow weary or become discouraged in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap, if we do not give in.” God is pleased with the faithful. Remember, you are destined for a great reward, so stand today with bold, courageous faith. He sees your faithfulness!

 

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The King stands with you!

If you have read the Book of Joshua, you are familiar with the command: “Be strong and courageous.” That was not the only time that this imperative was  articulated. King Hezekiah also shared that same command to the people when the king of Assyria threatened to invade them. 2 Chronicles 32: 7&8 “Be strong and courageous; do not be afraid nor dismayed before the king of Assyria, nor before all the multitude that is with him; for there are more with us than with him. With him is an arm of flesh; but with us is the Lord our God, to help us and to fight our battles.” And the people were strengthened by the words of Hezekiah king of Judah.” King Hezekiah knew that his strength and victory would not come from the arm of flesh. It would come from God Himself. He encouraged and strengthened the people with this revelation. Several things stand out about his encouragement: 1. When challenged, one must be strong and courageous. This is a choice, not an emotion. 2. There were actually more that were with God’s people than were with their enemies. We have the power and authority of God, and countless angels that are also with us. 3) The arm of flesh cannot defeat God. Flesh is as the grass of the field; here today, and gone tomorrow. 4) God helps His people to defeat the enemy. We are not alone, and we are not powerless. Greater is He that is with us! So God reminds you today; in the midst of your battle, Be strong and courageous. You have the DNA of the most powerful Warrior!

2 Chronicles 32: 7&8 “Be strong and courageous; do not be afraid nor dismayed before the king of Assyria, nor before all the multitude that is with him; for there are more with us than with him. With him is an arm of flesh; but with us is the Lord our God, to help us and to fight our battles.”