Courage ≠ Willingness

Stepping out in courage is difficult but maybe it's extra difficult because we are forgetting a critical part of it. Being bold for Christ isn't just saying to yourself, "I have to do this. I'm going to do this because I have to!" while grinding your teeth. It's not starting to speak for the Lord while looking at what others think. The moment you take your eyes (heart) off Christ, you will sink. You will get distracted. You will get self-conscious. You will fail. The moment you lock your eyes on him, you will find success.