Can you imagine what Joshua must have felt walking in circles around Jericho? Or what Gideon must have felt facing an army "thick as locusts" (Judges 7:12)? Yet they followed through with God's plan because they had courageous faith.

Only courageous faith will keep us going when we are puzzled by our circumstances, suffering for our choices, and walking through the valley. Following God's plan will not always be easy, but we can trust that the all-powerful God will continue to equip us, guide us, and strengthen us in our battles.

We must always trust in the good and holy God who will never make a mistake. We must persistently believe in the sovereign hand of God, who is working all things "for the good of those who love him" (Romans 8:28). We must continuously call on Him in prayer and follow Him with all our hearts. We must remember that even in our suffering we are victorious because our eternal dwelling place is in heaven. No matter what situations or enemies we face, we can be confident because Christ has won the greatest victory—and that is a great foundation for courageous faith.