In God's eyes, true confidence comes not from self-reliance, but from trust in His power and promises. Philippians and 2 Timothy remind believers that they can accomplish all things through Christ's strength and that God has not given them a spirit of fear. The book of Hebrews encourages perseverance and faith, assuring believers that they will receive what they have been promised if they do not throw away their confidence. Joshua 1:9 also reminds believers to be strong and courageous, for God is with them wherever they go, giving them the confidence to face any challenge.
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For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control.
So do not throw away your confidence; it holds a great reward. You need to persevere, so that after you have done the will of God, you will receive what He has promised.
So we say with confidence: “The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?”
Have I not commanded you to be strong and courageous? Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.”
For You formed my inmost being; You knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Marvelous are Your works, and I know this very well.
Though an army encamps around me, my heart will not fear; though a war breaks out against me, I will keep my trust.
There is no fear in love, but perfect love drives out fear, because fear involves punishment. The one who fears has not been perfected in love.
Let no unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building up the one in need and bringing grace to those who listen.
The LORD will fulfill His purpose for me. O LORD, Your loving devotion endures forever— do not abandon the works of Your hands.
being confident of this, that He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.
Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be apparent to all. The Lord is near. Be anxious for nothing, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
I have been crucified with Christ, and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave Himself up for me.
Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.
Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Today has enough trouble of its own.
Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My right hand of righteousness.