We tend to think about courage related to big events.
Superhuman acts of bravery. John Lewis crossing the Edmund Pettis Bridge. Soldiers storming the Normandy beach on D-day. You and I could never do that, right?
It’s a bit like watching an elite professional cyclist who trains 24/7 and deciding I could never ride like that…so therefore I can’t possibly be a cyclist.
And just like that, we’re off the hook. If we can’t do the big, flashy, heroic stuff, why bother?
Courage and training are simple notions. Both are consistent, daily decisions that accumulate over time. Courage is simply the decision to do what’s right, regardless of risk to self. Little stuff, big stuff, doesn’t matter. Do the next right thing – period.
Of course, as with most things that matter, simple doesn’t mean easy.
There’ll likely be some sacrifice. We’ll likely need to face some fear – of discomfort, or pain, or perhaps rejection.
Courage and training usually don’t involve marching into battle against insurmountable odds (or winning the Tour de France). Mostly it’s making the faithful, daily decision to do what’s right. Even when it’s hard. Even when I’m afraid. Even when nobody’s watching.
“Take courage. I am. Don’t be afraid.” – Jesus
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