Courage is not limited to the battlefield or the Indianapolis 500 or bravely catching a thief in your house. The real tests of courage are much quieter. They are the inner tests, like remaining faithful when nobody's looking, like enduring pain when the room is empty, like standing alone when you're misunderstood.
Charles R. SwindollAll he asks is that we trust Him, that we stand before Him in integrity and faith. God is just waiting for us to trust Him.
Charles R. SwindollWe want the safety of yesterday even though we know it's not where God would have us.
Charles R. SwindollWhen you suffer and lose, that does not mean you are being disobedient to God. In fact, it might mean you're right in the center of His will. The path of obedience is often marked by times of suffering and loss.
Charles R. Swindoll