"Boldly and without hindrance he preached the kingdom of God and taught about the Lord Jesus." ~Acts 28:31 As we look around the world today we can clearly see that wickedness is increasing all around us. Shootings... Killings... Sin rampant... Human trafficking... War and more. But don't lose hope because we know how the story ends. Christ is victorious! And until that time comes be sure to be steadfast in your faith. Grow it and protect it. Don't hand it over in pursuit of pleasure and comfort. But be bold and courageous about sharing the gospel with those who don't know Him. The harvest is near and the workers are few. God has given you a sphere of influence right where he has placed you. Look around and you will see. Don't be be afraid. Be bold and brave and speak with courage: Here are a few powerful Bible verses on this topic for you to be encouraged in: "Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you where you go. " Joshua 1:9 "When I called, you answered me, you made me bold and stouthearted." Psalm 138:3 "The wicked man flees though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion." Proverbs 28:1 "When they saw the courage of Peter and John and realized that they were unschooled, ordinary men, they were astonished and they took note that these men had been with Jesus." Acts 4:13 "Now, Lord, consider their threats and enable your servants to speak your work with great boldness"...After they prayed, the place where they were meeting was shaken. And they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and spoke the word of God boldly." Acts 4:29, 31 "Paul entered the synagogue and spoke boldly there for three months, arguing persuasively about the kingdom of God." Acts 19:8 "Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be men, be strong. " 1 Corinthians 16:13 "Therefore, since we have such a hope we are very bold." 2 Corinthians 3:12 "I eagerly expect and hope that I will in no way be ashamed, but will have sufficient courage so that now as always Christ will be exalted in my body, whether by life or by death. " Phil 1:20 "So Paul and Barnabus spent considerable time there, speaking boldly for the Lord. who confirmed the message of his grace by enabling them to do miraculous signs and wonders." Acts 14:3 "And we urge you, brothers, warn those who are idle, encourage the timid, help the weak, be patient with everyone." 1 Thessalonians 5:14 "For God did not give us a spirit of timidity, but a spirit of power, of love and of self-discipline." 2 Tim 1:7 "But Christ is faithful as a son over God's house. And we are his house, if we hold on t our courage and the hope of which we boast." Hebrews 3:6 "Boldly and without hindrance he preached the kingdom of God and taught about the Lord Jesus." Acts 28:31 "Be strong, and let your heart take courage, all you who wait for the Lord!" Psalm 31:24 Be strong, ladies, throw off what has been hindering you and take up your posts! Don't abandon them. And most importantly... do what He has called you to do. Sweet friend, do you know the Lord and if you are going to heaven? Please read this to be sure. If you need help learning God's Word be sure to find a good Bible. We'd also love for you to join our Titus 2 group! We would also love for you to join our family at these places: Facebook Instagram Pinterest Titus 2 Group Christian Homemaking Proverbs 31 Group Christian Homeschooling Group Subscribe so you never miss a post!