BRAVE

Some of us came across the word  brave as a motivational acronym in the corporate world.  But today, for this short Wisdom Walk,  I want to introduce BRAVE from a spiritual as well as a motivational perspective. 

BOLD, know the God in whom you believe and be resolute in your faith. Not obnoxious, or pushy, or argumentative. But know the ground on which you stand and never be ashamed to be counted (or discounted) for being a child of God. I'm entitled to have a belief system and mine happens to be in Jesus Christ as my Lord and Savior.

RELEVANT, the Gospel is not a bunch of unrelated ideas. Following Jesus is a way to do life, today. Let us learn to connect our "feet" to our faith. Our walk should match the principles laid out for us by the teachings of Jesus Christ. Examples? The Beatitudes or better yet, Matthew chapters 5, 6, and 7.

AUTHENTIC, the world is full of fakes. Dont be that person. It is better to be genuinely weak than to claim strength one does not possess. Be the same person wherever you are, to whomever you meet. Let us strive to be the good person we wish others would be.

VALUABLE, dont believe the devil's lies about you. You are valuable, you are loved, and you are an integral part of the kingdom of God. Listen what Jesus says: " I dont call you servants, but friends."

EAGER, not jaded or tired or world weary but eager. Eager to learn the things of God and to discover his heart for you. I am eager to grow in my relationship with the Savior and to bring others along on the journey.

    It's not easy but we can do this! God  supports our effort because He wants us BRAVE.