How's Your Confidence?

rwh29march -Ep.357 – Run With Horses Podcast – A Confident Disciple of Jesus

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Confidence

 

I. Intro

- A. Definition of Confidence

- Confidence as trust or belief in God's work through us, not in our own abilities.

 

- B. Importance of Confidence for a Follower of Jesus

- Empowers boldness in sharing the gospel and teaching God’s Word.

- Provides strength to guide others in their spiritual growth.

 

II. The Foundation of Confidence: Trusting in God’s Strength

- A. Confidence in God’s Power, Not Ourselves

- Philippians 4:13

2 Corinthians 3:5

 

- B. The Role of the Holy Spirit

Acts 1:8

 

III. Confidence in the Word of God: The Source of Authority

- A. The Transformative Power of God’s Word

Isaiah 55:11

- B. Trusting God’s Promises in Discipleship

Matthew 28:18-20

 

2 Timothy 2:2

IV. Confidence in the Face of Challenges

- A. Overcoming Trials with God’s Confidence

Romans 8:37

 

- B. Assurance of God’s Presence and Support

Joshua 1:9

Matthew 28:20

 

V. Confidence in God’s Plan: Trusting in His Sovereignty

- A. Belief in God’s Control and Purpose

Romans 8:28

- B. Confidence in Discipleship Outcomes

1 Corinthians 3:6-7

 

VI. Confidence in Our Identity in Christ

- A. Knowing Our Identity in Christ

Ephesians 2:10

 

- B. Confidence in Our Calling as Disciple Makers

2 Corinthians 5:20

1 Peter 2:9

Developing Confidence

 

I. Building Confidence in God

 

A. Strengthening Your Relationship Through Prayer

 

- Regular prayer as a means to invite God into daily life.

 

- Philippians 4:6-7

- 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

 

B. Studying the Bible

 

- Deepening understanding of God's character and promises.

 

- 2 Timothy 3:16-17

 

- Psalm 119:105

 

C. Reflecting on Past Experiences

 

- Recognizing God’s past provisions to build future confidence.

 

- Deuteronomy 8:2

 

- Psalm 77:11-12

 

D. Surrounding Yourself with a Supportive Community

 

- Sharing experiences and receiving encouragement from others.

 

- Hebrews 10:24-25

 

- Proverbs 27:17

 

E. Trusting God's Timing

 

- Learning to trust in God’s perfect plan.

 

- Ecclesiastes 3:1

 

- Isaiah 40:31

 

F. Worship and Praise

 

- Focusing on God’s greatness and faithfulness.

 

- Psalm 95:1-2: "Oh come, let us sing to the Lord! Let us shout joyfully to the Rock of our salvation. Let us come before His presence with thanksgiving; Let us shout joyfully to Him with psalms."

 

- Psalm 100:4-5

 

G. Living Out Your Faith

 

- Acting on God’s Word to strengthen faith.

 

- James 1:22

 

- Matthew 5:16

 

H. Lea