Courage

Connections List
 * Dictionary

Scope
 * The word courage

Def
 * To act properly even in fear
 * Distinct from Bravery, which is generally not having fear, or being powerful. This distinction started and exists in the secular world.

Verses


 * Num 13 exploration of Caanan, they are afraid and then wander for 40 years.


 * Deut 31:6 - trust in Gods commission and past accomplishments and do what he asks of you (cross Jordan and drive out the people)
 * Joshua 1:9 (a few verses after Deut) - trust that God will pave the way. Be courageous, obey my law carefully, be courageous.
 * 2 Chron 32:7. Hezekiah tells the people to be courageous, not afraid of Assyria even though they are strong, because we have God. Assyria comes and taunts God, then Hezekiah and Isaiah pray and the Lord wipes out Assyria's army.
 * 1 Chron 28:20. David charging Solomon in front of everyone to obey God. Then he gives Solomon the temple plans. Take courage that God will be with you until you complete the temple.
 * Acts 23:11. Paul before Sanhedrin under serious threat. He escapes due to Sadducees resurrection division. God says to him, take courage you will testify also in Rome.