Strong and Courageous

Strong and Courageous

di Elizabeth Rocha

Storie per bambini Cristianità

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Our Shepherd

Hey friends, welcome back to Strong and Courageous! Have you ever seen a shepherd with sheep? The shepherd makes sure the sheep don’t get lost and protects them from danger. Sheep don’t always know the right path, but the shepherd does. Psalm 23:1 says: ‘The Lord is my shepherd; I have all that I need.’ Just like a shepherd takes care of sheep, God takes care of us. He guides us, protects us, and gives us everything we need—not always what we want, but what we truly need. Thanks for listening today! See you tomorrow on Strong and Courageous!

Don't Give Up

Welcome back to Strong and Courageous! Have you ever wanted to quit something? Maybe homework feels too hard, practice is tiring or being kind to someone who isn’t nice feels impossible. We’ve all felt that way. The Bible says in Galatians 6:9, ‘Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.’ That verse means this—when we keep going, even when it’s tough, God promises it will be worth it. Think about planting a seed. You don’t see fruit right away, but if you water it and wait, something amazing grows. It’s the same with doing good. Keep showing kindness, keep trying your best, keep trusting God—even when you feel like quitting. God sees your effort, and He’s growing something in you.

Pray Continually

Welcome back to Strong and Courageous! Today I want to remind you that you can pray any time about anything. 1 Thessalonians 5:17 says: 'Pray continually'. This verse is a good reminder that prayer is not only for your really big problems, you can pray to God about everything and anything at any time of the day. God is that friend that you can call on anytime of the day.

The Power Of Your Words

Hey friends! Welcome back to Strong and Courageous! Today’s lesson is about the power of your words. Have you ever said something mean to someone and immediately felt bad? Words can hurt, but they can also help and encourage others. Your words have power! “Proverbs 18:21 says: ‘The tongue has the power of life and death." Choose words that build people up instead of tearing them down.

When Anger Takes Over

Welcome back to Strong & Courageous. Anger is something every one of us experiences. It can show up fast—when things feel unfair, when someone hurts us, or when we don’t get our way. Proverbs 29:11 says, “Fools give full vent to their rage, but the wise bring calm in the end.” This verse doesn’t say anger itself is wrong. It shows us the difference between reacting and responding. Letting anger control us often leads to words and actions we regret. Wisdom, on the other hand, knows when to pause. Anger can look like snapping at someone you love, raising your voice, shutting down, or saying things you wish you could take back. Being wise doesn’t mean pretending you’re not angry. It means choosing what you do with that anger. Pausing, breathing, stepping away, and praying before reacting can change everything. Wisdom chooses calm over losing control.

When You're Nervous To Pray Out Loud

Welcome back to Strong & Courageous. For some people, praying out loud feels easy. For others, it’s one of the most nerve-wracking things they can imagine. You might worry about saying the wrong words, freezing up, or being judged by others. Prayer is not a performance. God isn’t grading your words or timing you. He’s listening to your heart. Even when your words come out messy—or don’t come out at all—God understands. If you’re nervous to pray out loud, you’re not doing anything wrong. You can start small. You can pray one sentence. You can pray quietly. You can pray exactly where you are. God cares more about honesty than confidence. When fear says, “What if I mess up?” God says, “I’m right here, and I know your heart.”

Be A Peacemaker

Welcome back to Strong & Courageous. Drama has a way of pulling us in. It starts with a comment, a text, a rumor, or a side conversation—and suddenly we’re right in the middle of it. Matthew 5:9 says, “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.” Jesus calls us to something different. Instead of adding to drama, He calls us to bring peace. Being a peacemaker doesn’t mean you pretend nothing is wrong. It means you choose how you respond. Drama grows when we repeat stories, take sides too quickly, or react without listening. Peace grows when we pause, pray, and choose words that don’t make things worse. Choosing peace over drama can look like not repeating something you heard. It can look like staying out of conversations that tear people down. It can look like going directly to the person instead of talking about them. It can look like walking away from situations that don’t bring peace. It’s not always the easiest choice—but it is the wiser one. Strong and courageous people choose peace over drama.

When Waiting Feels Hard

Welcome back to Strong & Courageous. Waiting is one of the hardest things we do. We want answers, change, and solutions—now. Isaiah 40:31 says, “Those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles.” Waiting doesn’t mean God is inactive. Often, waiting is where God strengthens us, shapes our character, and prepares us for what’s coming next. You may be waiting for clarity, healing, direction, or change. Even in the waiting, God is working. Your strength is being renewed, even if you can’t see it yet. Waiting on God is never wasted

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When You Don't Know What To Do

Have you ever faced a decision and thought, “I have no idea what to do next”? James 1:5 says, “If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault.” God is not annoyed by our questions. He invites them. He promises wisdom—not judgment—when we ask. When you’re unsure about a choice, a relationship, or your next step, pause and ask God for wisdom. He may guide you through Scripture, wise people, or a quiet sense of peace. Takeaway: When you don’t know what to do, ask God.

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When You Don't Feel Strong

Welcome back to Strong & Courageous. Not every day feels strong. Some days we wake up already tired, already unsure, already overwhelmed. 2 Corinthians 12:9 says, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is made perfect in weakness.” God doesn’t wait for us to feel strong before He works. He meets us right where we are. Not feeling strong can look like a lot of things. It can look like struggling to get out of bed because you’re emotionally exhausted. It can look like facing another school day or workday when you feel discouraged. It can look like trying to stay patient with your family when your energy is gone. It can look like smiling on the outside while feeling worn down on the inside. In those moments, God doesn’t ask you to power through on your own. He offers His strength in place of yours. When we admit we’re weak, we make room for God to carry what we can’t.

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