Quotes About Courage

Cutting away the anchors, they left them in the sea as they loosened the ropes that held the rudders. Then they hoisted the foresail to the wind and made for the beach.

But the centurion, wanting to spare Paulís life, thwarted their plan. He commanded those who could swim to jump overboard first and get to land.

Paul gathered a bundle of sticks, and as he laid them on the fire, a viper, driven out by the heat, fastened itself to his hand.

But Paul shook the creature off into the fire and suffered no ill effects.

But when the Jews objected, I was compelled to appeal to Caesar, even though I have no charge to bring against my nation.

So for this reason I have called to see you and speak with you. It is because of the hope of Israel that I am bound with this chain.”

Boldly and freely he proclaimed the kingdom of God and taught about the Lord Jesus Christ.

Yet he did not waver through disbelief in the promise of God, but was strengthened in his faith and gave glory to God,

Very rarely will anyone die for a righteous man, though for a good man someone might possibly dare to die.

For you did not receive a spirit of slavery that returns you to fear, but you received the Spirit of sonship, by whom we cry, “Abba! Father!”

What then shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us?

As it is written: “For Your sake we face death all day long; we are considered as sheep to be slaughtered.”

No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us.

It is just as the Scripture says: “Anyone who believes in Him will never be put to shame.”

“Lord, they have killed Your prophets and torn down Your altars. I am the only one left, and they are seeking my life as well”?

And what was the divine reply to him? “I have reserved for Myself seven thousand men who have not bowed the knee to Baal.”

I came to you in weakness and fear, and with much trembling.

Were you a slave when you were called? Do not let it concern you—but if you can gain your freedom, take the opportunity.

And why do we endanger ourselves every hour?

I face death every day, brothers, as surely as I boast about you in Christ Jesus our Lord.

because a great door for effective work has opened to me, even though many oppose me.

Be on the alert. Stand firm in the faith. Be men of courage. Be strong.

He has delivered us from such a deadly peril, and He will deliver us. In Him we have placed our hope that He will yet again deliver us,

Such confidence before God is ours through Christ.