Do you consider yourself to be a courageous person?

 

This attribute is viewed in a variety of ways by many people. Being brave and standing up for what you believe in can be a positive thing, but it's also often associated with being pushy or overly assertive.

So, how important is boldness in the Christian life?

You may find it difficult to be assertive if you are typically shy. You may be concerned that being assertive would make you appear arrogant. It's crucial to remember, though, that when we use boldness selfishly to gain what we want, it might backfire. However, as Christians, we will confront situations that will require us to be courageous in order to speak up for Christ.

For example, Jesus' disciples prayed for boldness and asked for it. They realized that they couldn't rely solely on their own strength to convey their message and make Jesus known. To finish what they were assigned to do, they needed the gift of bravery. "After they prayed, the place where they were meeting was shaken," says Acts 4:31. They were all filled with the Holy Spirit and openly spoke God's truth."

So, how can we be courageous in our everyday lives? It could be as simple as talking to someone you wouldn't ordinarily talk to or praying with a family member, friend, or coworker to be courageous.

True boldness, at the end of the day, is centered on Christ. It necessitates humility rather than pride, because we recognize that we are incapable of acting boldly on our own.

With this in mind, I encourage you to make bold choices in your everyday life. We can comprehend what it means to be bold for Christ when we have the Holy Spirit inside of us. As a result, when opportunities to offer God's love present themselves, we can pray for the courage to complete the task and bring glory to His name.