Courage

Every month at my school we focus on a particular character trait. Our principal talks about it with the students, parents teach great lessons to our classes and we integrate that trait into our daily lessons.

This month that character trait is "courage". So often though, teaching courage is a lot easier than having courage! There are many days in my personal life that I feel a lot like "The Cowardly Lion".


However, as I was reading our school's weekly newsletter, I noticed that there was a great quote that I wanted to share. I know...lately I've gone quote crazy. I love them.



You gain strength, courage and confidence by
every experience in which you really stop to
look fear in the face.
You must do the thing
which you think you cannot do.

-Eleanor Roosevelt

I love this quote. For the last couple of weeks, I've felt as though I didn't want to face anything. Fear can look like many things; an uncomfortable situation, an unpleasant encounter, stepping out of your box, financial burdens, the economy, illness, taking a stand, raising children. You name it, it can be many things to many people. However, know this: Philippians 4:13 I can do everything through Him who gives me strength.

Embrace your fears with courage through Him.

Ginger