Daily InsPirational MOments with Rev. Dr. Precious Prothro
September 6, 2026
Courage for the Calling
I, like many parents, talk to my children often about what it looks like to be a leader. I don’t want them following just anyone because that can lead to destruction. I realize that for some, leadership comes naturally. For others, it has to be learned and developed. That connects to today’s Sunday School lesson.
After Moses died, God appointed Joshua to lead the children of Israel. I wonder if Joshua, even while walking with and learning from Moses, fully understood that one day he would be the one called to lead.
What we do know is that God did not send Joshua into leadership without encouragement.
In Joshua 1:1–11, three times the Lord tells Joshua to be strong and courageous. He had an enormous responsibility before him, but his courage did not have to come from confidence in himself. God gave him the reason he could be courageous: “…for the Lord thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest.” (Joshua 1:9)
That same truth can encourage us.
When we are walking in ministry, leadership, or any assignment ordained by God, we can, and should, walk courageously. Not because we always know what we are doing. Not because we never feel nervous, inadequate, or overwhelmed. But because the God who called us is with us.
Our courage may wane from time to time. We may have moments when the responsibility feels bigger than we are. In those moments, we can call upon the Lord for the courage we need to continue doing what He has called us to do.
Our confidence doesn’t have to be in our ability to lead. Our courage can rest in the God who called us to lead.
Father, give us courage for every assignment You have placed before us. When we feel inadequate or afraid, remind us that we do not walk alone. Help us trust Your presence more than we fear the responsibility. In Jesus’ name, amen.