Courage isn’t about flexing your biceps or pretending you’re not scared. It’s about raising the Shield of Faith while the arrows are still flying and stepping forward in the Shoes of the Gospel even when the ground feels like quicksand. In this episode, we’re ditching the Disney pep talks and getting real about what biblical courage actually looks like. Spoiler alert: it’s less “believe in yourself” and more “armor up, buttercup.” If you’re tired of motivational posters and ready for some battlefield training, this one’s for you.

Lyrics:

Anthem: Stand and Step

Intro[quiet, steady, building confidence]“When fear takes the field and the darkness draws near,My God is my courage, my armor, my spear.”

Verse 1[firm, declarative]“Flames on the horizon, arrows in the night,The Shield of Faith rises, I stand in the fight.Fear is a liar, doubt takes its shot,But my Savior is faithful — His Word can’t be bought.”

Chorus[lift in tone, bold and rallying]“Stand with the Shield, step with the Shoes,Peace is my footing, and I cannot lose.Courage is rising, I answer His call,Christ is my banner, my all in all.”

Verse 2[steady, building energy]“The ground may be shifting, the battle may roar,But peace holds me steady — my steps are secure.Like Daniel in Babylon, I will not bow,My God is my fortress, my time is now.”

Verse 3[intense, resolute]“The world calls me foolish, the enemy sneers,But I march in His Gospel — my pathway is clear.Courage is costly, but I will not fall,For the Lord of Hosts leads me, the Victor of all.”

Bridge[rising, strong emphasis]“Called, chosen, faithful — His army stands tall,Fear has no weapon, our God conquers all.Step by step forward, no turning around,In Christ we find courage, in Him we are found.”

Chorus (repeat)[loud, triumphant]“Stand with the Shield, step with the Shoes,Peace is my footing, and I cannot lose.Courage is rising, I answer His call,Christ is my banner, my all in all.”

Outro[slowing, resolute, finish strong]“When the storm still rages, I lift up my cry,My courage is Christ, and in Him I will rise.”

Battle Cry:

“Fear is loud. Doubt is fierce. But the Lord is louder still.

I will not retreat. I will not bow. I raise the Shield of Faith against every fiery dart!

Hey, fear — you don’t get the final word. Hey, chaos — you don’t set the pace. My God already won this fight, and you’re just late to the memo.

I lace up the Shoes of Peace, and I take my stand. The ground may shake, the world may mock, but I will not move.

Called, chosen, faithful — I hold the line of courage in Christ’s name! Amen!”

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