“But Peter and the apostles answered, "We must obey God rather than men.”
— Acts 5:29· Peter
What Does the Bible Say About Courage?
The Bible addresses courage across both Old and New Testaments. These verses are organized by biblical era — from the patriarchs to the apostles — letting Scripture speak for itself.
5 verses·2 eras·1 promises
Early Church (~50 AD)
“For God didn't give us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control.”
United Kingdom (~1000 BC)
“When I am afraid, I will put my trust in you.”
— Psalms 56:3· David
“Be strong, and let your heart take courage, all you who hope in Yahweh. By David. A contemplative psalm.”
— Psalms 31:24· David
“Wait for Yahweh. Be strong, and let your heart take courage. Yes, wait for Yahweh. By David.”
— Psalms 27:14· David
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