CENTRAL TRUTH:

I can follow God with STRENGTH AND COURAGE because GOD IS WITH ME.

WHEN GOD CALLS ME TO FOLLOW HIM INTO FEARFUL SITUATIONS:

My reaction: COURAGE - not the absence of fearful situations, but the willingness to proceed in the midst of fearful situations.

My reason: My courage is based on my CONFIDENCE THAT GOD IS WITH ME.

The setting this takes place: The setting for confidence in God's presence is a LIFE OF OBEDIENCE TO HIM.

The setting for a life of obedience to God is CONTINUAL FOCUS ON GOD'S WORD.

CLOSING ENCOURAGEMENT:

Commit to the path of strength: FOLLOWING GOD BOLDLY.