Finding Courage

        I thought about starting a blog long before I did. You wouldn't think that starting a blog would take courage, but for me it did. See, I am not one for confrontation of any kind. Often times I'd rather bite my tongue than cause an argument or correct someone. However, I know that when it comes to sharing God's word, I need to be more outgoing. A great preacher-man (Larry Morris) said these words in a sermon and they have given me lots of confidence:

      " If a person you are trying to study with is truly interested in the truth, there is likely nothing you can say wrong. Anything you say will spark them to study, to discuss, to search the scriptures. If they are not truly interested in the truth, there is likely nothing you can say right. Anything you say will cause them to be defensive, angry even. So, teach the truth. Then pray, and know that you have done all you can do."

       This was so comforting to me because it reminded me of what Paul said in 1 Corinthians 3:6 - "I have planted, Apollos watered; but God gave the increase." When I talk to someone, I can have peace in knowing that if I am speaking truth in a loving way, I am doing my part. It is not my job to do everything - I have God backing me up (and leading the way, too!)! It is still tricky for me to know when it is appropriate for me to speak up and share God's word, and sometimes hard to know what to say and how to say it. So, I pray for confidence and wisdom daily - and I keep taking small steps towards growing!

What helps YOU be confident and stand up for God? Any brilliant tips to share?