In today's post, I feel like a double feature ( to those young people in the audience...that refers to when cinemas used to offer two movies for the price of one ) lol okay....I'll move on now.  But today I will give examples of courage in history as well as some great bible verses about courage.

First of all what is courage and what is it not?  Courage is not the absence of fear but the ability to act in spite of it. It often involves taking calculated risks and stepping outside one's comfort zone for a greater purpose. Courageous acts can vary from small everyday acts of bravery to more significant acts that require extraordinary strength and resolve. Throughout history, there have been numerous examples of individuals and groups demonstrating exceptional courage in the face of adversity, danger, and injustice.

Top 10 examples of courage in history

• Mahatma Gandhi

  Gandhi led the Indian independence movement through nonviolent civil disobedience and protests. His courage in the face of violence and oppression inspired millions and played a pivotal role in India gaining independence from British colonial rule.

• Rosa Parks

  In 1955, Rosa Parks, an African American woman, refused to give up her seat to a white man on a bus in Montgomery, Alabama. Her act of civil disobedience and her courage in the face of racial segregation sparked the Montgomery Bus Boycott and became a symbol of the Civil Rights Movement in the United States.

• Nelson Mandela

  Mandela's courage during his long imprisonment by the apartheid regime in South Africa and his subsequent efforts to dismantle apartheid and establish a multiracial democracy earned him worldwide admiration.

• Anne Frank

  Anne Frank's diary, written while in hiding during the Holocaust, is a testament to her courage and resilience in the face of the horrors of Nazi persecution. Her story has inspired generations.

• Harriet Tubman

  Tubman, an escaped slave, became a "conductor" on the Underground Railroad, leading many enslaved people to freedom in the North. Her courage and determination to fight against slavery were extraordinary.

• Winston Churchill

  As Prime Minister of the United Kingdom during World War II, Churchill's steadfastness and determination in the face of Nazi aggression and during the Blitz demonstrated extraordinary political and moral courage.

• Malala Yousafzai

  Malala, a Pakistani advocate for girls' education, survived a Taliban assassination attempt and continued her advocacy. Her courage has made her a global symbol of girls' education and women's rights.

• Harvey Milk

  Harvey Milk, one of the first openly gay elected officials in the United States, displayed tremendous courage in advocating for LGBTQ+ rights and equality. His life and activism were tragically cut short when he was assassinated.

• Joan of Arc

  Joan of Arc, a young French peasant girl, exhibited remarkable courage and leadership during the Hundred Years' War. She claimed divine guidance and played a significant role in rallying the French army.

• Oskar Schindler

  Schindler, a German businessman, saved the lives of over 1,000 Jews during the Holocaust by employing them in his factories and ensuring their safety. His efforts were depicted in the film "Schindler's List."

These examples demonstrate various forms of courage, from moral and social courage to physical and political courage. They serve as enduring inspirations and reminders of the capacity for human bravery and resilience in the face of adversity.

Courage in the Bible

Courage is a recurring theme in the Bible, and there are several verses that offer encouragement and inspiration in times of fear or uncertainty.

Top 10 of the best Bible verses about courage

1. Joshua 1:9 ↗ (KJV): "Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the Lord thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest."
2. Psalm 27:1 ↗ (KJV): "The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?"
3. Isaiah 41:10 ↗ (KJV): "Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness."
4. Deuteronomy 31:6 ↗ (KJV): "Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the Lord thy God, he it is that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee."
5. 1 Corinthians 16:13 ↗ (KJV): "Watch ye, stand fast in the faith, quit you like men, be strong."
6. Psalm 31:24 ↗ (KJV): "Be of good courage, and he shall strengthen your heart, all ye that hope in the Lord."
7. 2 Timothy 1:7 ↗ (KJV): "For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind."
8. Isaiah 40:31 ↗ (KJV): "But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint."
9. Psalm 23:4 ↗ (KJV): "Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me."
10. Ephesians 6:10 ↗ (KJV): "Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might."

These verses remind believers of the importance of faith, trust in God, and the strength that comes from knowing that the Lord is with them. They encourage courage in the face of challenges and serve as a source of comfort and inspiration during difficult times.