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Courage Against the Grain

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We all need courage in our life, whether it be to just get out of bed and tackle the day or to tackle an insurmountable task in front of us. Joshua certainly needed courage as he brought the Israelites into the Promised Land. Let’s see what we can learn from his story about the courage we all need.

Numbers 13:25-14:10

characteristics of cowardice vs. courage

Cowardice

  1. Exaggerates the obstacle
  2. Glorifies the past
  3. Questions God’s motives
  4. Forgets God’s deliverance

Courage…

  1. Prays
  2. Trusts
  3. Obeys
  4. Emphasizes God’s power

Big Idea: Courage requires God’s voice be loudest in your life

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