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The power of spiritual boldness

Boldness, rooted in faith and conviction, stands as a hallmark of many biblical figures. Throughout scripture, we witness ordinary individuals empowered by God to step forward with courage and determination in the face of adversity. Their stories serve as timeless reminders of the transformative power of boldness when grounded in God’s promises.

In Joshua 1:9, the Lord exhorted Joshua as he assumed leadership over the Israelites. This divine assurance emboldened Joshua to lead God’s people into the promised land, despite formidable challenges.

The book of Acts has many examples of boldness in proclaiming the Gospel. In Acts 4:13, we read of Peter and John’s boldness before the religious authorities who marveled at their courage despite being uneducated men. Their boldness stemmed not from personal eloquence or strength but from the indwelling of the Holy Spirit. The apostle Paul writes in Romans 1:16a, ‘For I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes.’ Despite facing persecution and imprisonment, Paul fearlessly proclaimed the Gospel, unwavering in his conviction of its transformative message.

Today, as we navigate a world fraught with uncertainty and opposition, we are called to embody the same spirit of boldness shown by these biblical predecessors, anchoring ourselves in God’s promises and the truth of His Word.

Today may we step forward boldly, empowered by the assurance of God’s presence and the transformative power of His Word.

Written by LAURA BENNETT