A Call to Courage

“But immediately Jesus spoke to them, saying, “Take courage, it is I; do not be afraid.”

(Matthew 14:27, NASB)

Does life frighten you? Do you feel surrounded by those who would do you harm—computer hackers, dishonest business people, and even neighbors who take advantage of you?

The easiest thing in this type of environment would be to hide behind the walls of our homes and protect ourselves from the dangers that lie in wait.

But Jesus called His disciples to something different.He asked them to have courage and strength in the face of some very frightening situations.

When Jesus walked on the water toward them as they sailed across the sea, He asked them to believe that this ghost-like figure was really their Savior.

He asked them to go out in pairs and preach in His name. And finally, He asked them to go to Jerusalem with Him for His final days.

The opportunities that God wants to bring your way will take courage. When faced with opportunities that frighten us, we should remember that God makes us strong in our weakness.

God uses the very challenges that make our knees tremble to use us for greatness, and as His hands and feet on earth.

Step out today in courage, no matter what you’re facing, and know that God has you.

Guest devotion by Russ Shamrock. Russ is a follower of Christ, former church planter, pastor & founder of Asia International Mission. Living in Stillwater, Ok with my wonderful wife of 25 yrs. Seeking to know Him more each day, & to proclaim the God who saved me. Learn how you can become a guest writer.