Sermon on Courage — Outlines & Ideas
Inspire your congregation to live with God-given courage. AI-assisted outlines on boldness, fear, and trusting God in uncertainty.
Courage is not the absence of fear — it's acting in faith despite fear. From Joshua standing at the edge of the Promised Land to David facing Goliath, Scripture is filled with ordinary people who did extraordinary things because God was with them.
Sermon Outline Suggestion
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The Source of Courage
Joshua 1:9 — "Be strong and courageous." Not because you're tough, but because God is with you.
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Courage in the Face of Giants
1 Samuel 17 — David's courage came from knowing God, not from battlefield experience.
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Everyday Courage
Acts 4:29-31 — Courage to speak truth, love boldly, and step out in faith in ordinary life.
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Key Bible Passages
“Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you.”
“David said, "You come against me with sword and spear, but I come in the name of the Lord Almighty."”
“God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and a sound mind.”
“Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God.”
“Enable your servants to speak your word with great boldness.”
Preaching Tips
- Tell a story of someone who took a courageous step — and what God did through their obedience.
- Address the fear that holds people back: fear of failure, rejection, or the unknown.
- End with a specific courage challenge: "What is God asking you to do that scares you?"
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