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Crossing Into a New Year With Courage

Writer: Michael Belfor
Michael Belfor
Dec 31, 2025
1 min read

Scripture: “Be strong and courageous… for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” — Joshua 1:9


As the year ends, fear often creeps in — fear of the unknown, fear of failure, fear of not being enough.


Scripture doesn’t tell you to feel brave — it tells you to be brave because God is with you. Courage comes from presence, not personality.


Walk into 2026 with courage.


Pray boldly.


Lead steadily.


Trust deeply.


Your kids will follow the strength they see in you — the strength that comes from God, not grit.


Dad Takeaway: Step into the new year with courage — not because you’re strong, but because God is with you.

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