Day 2: Courage to See Yourself | 7 DAYS OF PRAYER&FASTING 2026

We all believe that God has big plans for our lives. He wants to use us in a mighty way,

but I don’t know about you, sometimes I get in the way of God. On the outside, we may

have all the confidence in the world, but on the inside, we struggle. In order to step into

all that God has for us, we need courage to see ourselves, the parts we hide, the doubts

we try to ignore, and the fears that hold us back.

It takes bravery to look honestly at who we are, acknowledge our weaknesses, and

confront the things that make us uncomfortable. We often hear that we can be our own

worst enemy, and self honesty may be one of the hardest journeys we ever take. Truly

looking in the mirror means facing not just the world, but yourself, your insecurities,

doubts, fears, and uncertainties. Sometimes, confronting what is within is far more

difficult than facing anything outside of you. But it is in facing these things that we grow,

so we can become all that God created us to be.

Joshua 1:9

This is my command. Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or discouraged. For

the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.

Joshua had just been appointed as the leader of Israel after Moses death. The Israelites

were about to enter the Promise Land, a task full of challenges, including battles against

established nations. God reassured Joshua that leadership and the task ahead were not

about his own strength, but about trusting God’s presence and guidance. The call to be

strong and courageous is repeated multiple times in the chapter to emphasize reliance

on God rather than self.

This verse is not just about physical courage. It is about spiritual courage, obedience,

faith, and confidence in God’s promises, even when facing fear, uncertainty, or personal

limitations.

Personal Reflection

I know that my confidence does not come from myself, but from God, who goes before

me and is always with me. I may have insecurities and fears, and I may feel scared or

unsure in some areas of my life, but I can give those to God and trust that He is with me

no matter what. Even when fear or doubt arises, I can step forward boldly and confidently, knowing that God will never leave me and that He holds me every step of the way.

Encouragement

Just as Joshua needed courage to lead into unknown territory, we need courage to face

our own hearts. Joshua was facing giants in the land, but his first battle was likely the

giants of doubt within his own mind. In the same way, we wrestle with our doubts, fears,

insecurities, and mistakes. God’s presence is not only for external battles. It is for the

internal ones too.

Today, pick one hidden fear or insecurity you have been avoiding. Bring it to God in

prayer and say, "Lord, I am afraid of this, but I trust you are with me no matter what."

PRAYER

Jesus, we are so grateful that you are the kind of God who never leaves us or forsakes us. Thank you for being our ever present help in times of need. We thank you that our confidence is in you, and we can rest knowing that you are God and God alone.

Father, we cast all our insecurities, fears, anxieties, doubts, and uncertainties onto you.

Thank you that you are such a mighty God that you can take it all. We trust in you and

you alone. We know that in our weakness, you are made strong. Continue to have your

way in and through us. We love You.

In Jesus name, Amen.

Written by: Taylor Hamstra | Lead Pastor, Anthem Church