 - Have time to think about it and back out through fear 3. (Heb 10:32-39) - The 2nd kind was what the Hebrews needed to hold to a. Hebrews were becoming tired of persecution b. It easy to get tired day in and out of hardship c. (v.36) Need endurance to receive promise B. The disciples relied on their own power and ability 1. It became apparent they were outnumbered, it was a lost cause 2. (Eph 3:16-21) - Power comes from God a. (v.18) - Katalambano - Also to “overtake,” “overcome” b. God not reduce the task, but makes you equal to it 3. Power comes from God Concl: 1. He is calling for you to have heart of a lion, not a mouse a. He is giving you more ability that Peter on that night b. He has given you of his Spirit, to empower you 2. What situations in your life of faith call for courage to stand true you your convictions in Christ? a. Not allowed to pray, mention God, etc.? b. Not allowed to state reason for your values is God? 3. What will you do? a. You can give him up like Judas b. You can rely on own strength and power like Peter and fight - But as we have seen, that is a battle you will lose 4. So how can I have the type of courage Christ did? a. What happened in the garden? - Jesus was praying (spirit is willing) - Peter was sleeping (the flesh is weak b. James 1:5 - If lack wisdom, (on how to face trials) ask God c. In other words, begin by praying and relying on God INVITATION 5. Are you facing persecutions or trials that are tempting you to look away from Christ? Pray 6. He died, suffered for you, and in the end was victorious 7. Come to him today, if not given life to him, come.