“Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go”
Joshua 1:9
This Old Testament prophet told his discouraged servant, “be strong and courageous”
Joshua
This daughter in law refused to leave her grieving mother in law saying “where you go, I will go”
Ruth and Naomi
“Let my people go!”
Moses
“Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud…”
1 Corinthians 13:4
In the New Testament, this man encouraged the early church in Thessalonica to stand firm
Paul
These two men preached the gospel together on missionary journeys, even escaping prison together
Paul and Silas
”The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want”
David
“ As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another”
Proverbs 27:17
This person told his friends “do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid”
Jesus
These 3 friends remained strong in faith even when the king of Babylon commanded them to bow to his idol
Shadrach, Meschach and Adednego
”Speak, Lord, for your servant is listening”
Samuel
“A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger”
Proverbs 15:1
This leader encouraged Joshua three times “be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified or discouraged”
Moses
Who was the friend that helped lift Moses arms during the battle to help Israel win?
Aaron
”Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand!”
John the Baptist
“The tongue has the power of life and death, and those who love it will eat its fruit”
Proverbs 18:21
This Old Testament king wrote many songs of hope and encouragement in his Psalms
This king was known for being “a man after Gods own heart” and had a very close friendship with God.
David
“am I my brothers keeper”
Cain