Morning Meditation: Courage - Story

Imagine a small child standing before a towering roller coaster, eyes wide with both fear and excitement. The child’s heart races, and they cling to their parent’s hand, torn between the urge to flee and the thrill of adventure. This moment captures the essence of courage—a profound leap rooted in trust and love.

In John 3:16, we find the ultimate expression of that trust: “For God so loved the world that He gave His only Son.” Here, God doesn’t merely invite us to courage; He embodies it. His love, agape, so vast and all-encompassing, propels us through the twists and turns of life. Just as that child finds courage in their parent’s unwavering presence, we find our strength in God’s radical love.

To worship in spirit and truth means to embrace this courageous love in our daily lives. It calls us to reflect on our own fears and uncertainties—perhaps the fear of stepping into a new job, mending a broken relationship, or sharing our faith. Each instance is an opportunity to grasp God’s hand, trusting that His purpose prevails.

Worship isn’t confined to Sunday mornings; it permeates our every step. As we face our own roller coasters, let us remember that we’re not alone. We are led by the One who traversed the heights and depths for us. With each act of faith, we declare that we trust Him, inviting His courage into our hearts and lives, illuminating our path with hope and purpose.