In Others’ Words: Keep Holding On

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At one time, I believed courage meant the complete absence of fear.

Of course, that kind of thinking disqualified me from ever being brave.

Now I know that courage and fear often — if not always — go hand in hand. Being afraid doesn’t disqualify me or you from also being courageous. We can face a personal Goliath and hang on, all the while hiding our fear … or admitting it … and come out on the other side victorious.

Maybe there are some people who are courageous through and through. Bravo for them. But fearlessness can be imperfect and be enough. Endurance can mean you remember holding on minute by excruciating minute … and win the day. 

Today, if you are facing something that seems bigger than you, I encourage you to keep holding on. One minute at a time. Be brave. You are in my prayers.

In Others’ Words: How do you define courage?

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