Name: Examples of Courage by Revive Our Hearts with Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth
Duration: 24 min 55 s
Description: Curious what defying discouragement looks like? David, Paul, and American missionary Ann Judson could have been overwhelmed by challenging circumstances, but instead they encouraged themselves in the Lord. If you’re discouraged today, you can do the same.

When you discipline your children, it shows that you love them. It’s not loving to let them do whatever they want and learn bad habits. Does that help you understand why God sometimes disciplines you?

Discipline in the Desert

Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth says times of testing help you trust God, even when you’re in impossible situations and you seem to have no resources to meet your needs. Learn to rest in the midst of life’s desert experiences, when you’re humbled and long for relief.

Tested in the Desert

When trouble comes your way, you may only see difficulty. Despair. But God sees an opportunity to teach you something new. He wants to provide for you and build up your endurance. In this episode of Revive Our Hearts, find hope when you face problems and pain.

Equipped in the Desert

There are times when God seems so present and your emotions overflow toward Him. But there are other times that just feel dry. When you’re dry, will you still worship Him? Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth helps you consider your heart attitude.

Demands in the Desert

If you feel emotionally dry, there are some practical steps you can take. Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth encourages you to remember, receive, and rejoice in God’s plan. Doing these things will prepare you to walk through life’s deserts successfully.

Surviving the Desert

Walking with a suffering friend can be intimidating. Jani Ortlund encourages you: your presence is what’s most important. Supporting a suffering loved one involves clinging to God’s promises, cultivating an empathetic heart, and relying on the Holy Spirit.

Supporting Your Suffering Friend, with Jani Ortlund

If fear is flooding your heart, remember: it doesn’t have to overtake you. Judy Dunagan has learned that God’s promises are a safe dwelling place. She invites you to embrace His peace and protection. Rest in Psalm 91, and find refuge from fear’s raging flood.

Dwell in His Peace and Protection

What’s your first impulse when fears arise? Is it panic? Frustration? Doubt? Judy Dunagan has learned that prayer is a better response. Learn to embrace prayer and praise as antidotes to fear.

Surrender Fear on Your Knees

What discourages you the most? The Bible tells us about a time David was tempted to be discouraged. His home was destroyed by an enemy army and his own men were accusing him. But David knew how to be encouraged in the Lord.

Encourage Yourself in the Lord

Curious what defying discouragement looks like? David, Paul, and American missionary Ann Judson could have been overwhelmed by challenging circumstances, but instead they encouraged themselves in the Lord. If you’re discouraged today, you can do the same.

Examples of Courage

Revive Our Hearts with Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth

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