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Believe Boldly

Scripture uses “courage” and “boldness” (including derivatives) over 110 times. In the New Testament, Paul exhorts believers to courageously live out their faith in 8 of his 13 letters to young churches and new Christ-followers.

To live boldly, we must believe boldly.

How can we believe boldly? Regardless of background, challenges, or circumstances, we can incorporate intentional practices into our daily routines. Here are three practices to help us grow in faith and provide space for the Holy Spirit to transform us from the inside out.

Pray Boldly

• Suit up daily in the armor of God. Then boldly advance onto your battlefields of life under Christ’s banner.
• Pray in Christ’s name, as Christ’s representative. Ask God to move for the benefit of His Kingdom on earth according to His will.
• Courageously believe that our good, faithful God will respond. Pray with anticipation.
• Keep a journal to track answered prayers.

Work Boldly

• Join Christ’s work and embrace your calling as His workplace ambassador.
• Earn coworkers’ trust by demonstrating honesty, integrity, respect, and genuine care for others.
• Pray before calls/meetings; as you walk through your workplace; for coworkers, including difficult personalities.
• Remember that excellent work is excellent work, no matter what type of work it is.

Stand Boldly

• Strengthen your faith by building on the foundation of God and His Word. Commit to reading a passage of Scripture each day, including study Bible notes.
• Cultivate a heart of gratitude by praising God for who He is. Name at least one new thing each day for which you’re thankful.
• Believe your identity as God’s chosen, beloved daughter. He has given you full inheritance rights through Jesus.
• Affirm daily that Christ in you is enough. For everything.

God created each one of us in His image. Through Jesus, we have been adopted into His family. Our identity from here through eternity reigns as daughters of the Most High God. Believe boldly as you walk and work with Jesus today.

Prayer

Gracious God, “courage” and “boldness” can feel daunting, especially when we struggle with exhaustion, uncertainty, abrasive people, and the darkness in our world. Give me eyes to see others as You see them. Grant me grace as I seek You in my work. Draw me near so I may grow in love and trust for You and others. Amen.