The Beautiful Bright Side
And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose.—Romans 8:28 (ESV)
Having courage means facing your fears, making difficult choices, and staying true to yourself and your faith at all times.
And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose.—Romans 8:28 (ESV)
Delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart.—Psalm 37:4 (ESV)
But the angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary; you have found favor with God. You will conceive and give birth to a son, and you are to call him Jesus.”—Luke 1:30–31 (NIV)
But you are not to be like that. Instead, the greatest among you should be like the youngest, and the one who rules like the one who serves.—Luke 22:26 (NIV)
I sought the Lord, and he answered me; he delivered me from all my fears.—Psalm 34:4 (NIV)
Joseph of Arimathea, a prominent member of the Council, who was himself waiting for the kingdom of God, went boldly to Pilate and asked for Jesus’ body.—Mark 15:43 (NIV)
For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline.—2 Timothy 1:7 (NIV)
Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil. After fasting forty days and forty nights, he was hungry.—Matt hew 4:1–2 (NIV)
Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things.—Colossians 3:1–2 (NIV)
How much do you know about the legend behind the holiday?
If we claim to be without sin, we deceive ourselves and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.—1 John 1:8–9 (NIV)
Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.—Joshua 1:9 (NIV)