The Todd Herman Show

What does it mean when the Bible says to be strong and courageous? We are told that in Christian circles, being strong and courageous is that you go out on conquest, forcing people to believe in God. Some believe that you cannot be strong and courageous because Jesus was meek. But what does it truly mean biblically? The culture doesn’t want you to have it, but we must understand what this means for s in 2024.What does God’s Word say? Joshua 1:9  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.”Deuteronomy 31:6 Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.”1 Peter 5:5In the same way, you who are younger, submit yourselves to your elders. All of you, clothe yourselves with humility toward one another, because,“God opposes the proud but shows favor to the humble.”[a]James 1:12  Blessed is the one who perseveres