Not Timidity, But Power

For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline. (II Timothy 1:7)

Dear Father,

A message that continues to ring through your word is that you want us to be courageous people. Timidity is not an option and is an indication of weak faith. But recognizing our weakness, you give your Spirit to live with us and He brings with Him, not timidity, but power as He transforms us.

Help these children to grasp the power Who lives within them. Help them to draw on that Power through study of His sword, your word and by time in prayer. Well up your power within them mightily. May that power allow them to speak boldly, but also speak boldly in love, finding the proper balance and mix of boldness and kindness. May they be bold in speaking truth in a loving manner, but may they also be bold in expressing their love to those your give them to love.

Amen