How can we renew strength when we feel weak, discouraged, hopeless? Isaiah 40:31 gives insight into the process that starts with “wait upon the Lord.” In this final teaching on Courage, Pastor Steve encourages us to be like the eagles and ride the winds of adversity without growing weary. Be Strong in the Lord.

Overwhelming circumstances provoke strong emotions. What’s rooted deep in our hearts is exposed by pressure. Psalm 118:17 provides a reminder that “I will not die but live,” and Pastor Steve explores the confidence of the Psalmist to bring us courage for our own challenges. Also cited: Philippians 4:13.

“Don’t be afraid, for I am with you.Don’t be discouraged, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you. I will hold you up with my victorious right hand.” Isaiah 41:10 In Part 4 of this series on Courage, we look at how to gain strength in the very middle of the inevitable difficulties of everyday life.

Paul was a man transformed from arrogance and self-sufficiency to humble dependence on the One who called Him. In Romans 8:38-39, we see a beautiful testimony to the keeping power of God from Paul’s hand— and a reminder of the source of all Christian courage.

In Isaiah 43:2, God assures us He will be with us when we pass through the waters. This shows that trouble will come, but God will not leave us. In part 2 of this series on Courage, Pastor Steve examines ways that we can be assured of God’s presence in every difficulty.

Courage for the Christian is closely connected to discerning the will of God. Pastor Steve begins this new series on Courage with an exploration of the process that involves waiting on the Lord, strengthening our Hearts, and acting in faith. Psalm 27:14

How do we Face, Fight, and Win the battle with fear? Pastor Steve finishes this series with some practical applications from Ephesians 6, Psalm 31, John 14 and Hebrews 13, detailing how you can walk in the freedom that Jesus won for all of us.

Romans 12 says that we are transformed by the renewing of our minds. In Part 5 of Facing Fear, Pastor Steve looks at how we can literally change our minds in dealing with threats to our peace. Psalm 23 provides some additional insights and comfort.

Psalm 91 is a rich treasure of wisdom when facing fear. In the fourth part of our series on Facing Fear, Pastor Steve unpacks some keys to the secret treasurehouse of comfort that is found by those who live close to God.