Take Courage
“Rise up; this matter is in your hands. We will support you, so take courage and do it.” — Ezra 10:4
During the Nazi occupation of the Netherlands, Corrie ten Boom and her family were involved in the Dutch resistance. The family stole food ration cards and harbored Jews in their home. They oversaw a network of smuggling Jews to safe places. All in all, it is estimated that around 800 Jews were saved by Ten Boom’s efforts. But only Corrie would survive the war, her father and sister would die in concentration camps.
Once Corrie tried to enlist a pastor to help hide Jews. Showing him a Jewish baby in need of rescue, the pastor said “No. Definitely not. We could lose our lives for that Jewish child.” Corrie’s father stepped forward, “You say we could lose our lives for this child. I would consider that the greatest honor that could come to my family.”
Be of good courage and do not be afraid, the Lord is with you! Today in prayer, praise Jesus that in His strength you can have courage in any situation.
“God, grant me the courage not to give up what I think is right, even though I think it is hopeless.” — Admiral Chester W. Nimitz
God’s Word: “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” — Joshua 1:9
By Peter Kennedy, Copyright 2023, Devotional E-Mail
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