Strong and Courageous

Jesus Heals The Paralyzed Man

Hey friends. Today’s story is about a man who had been unable to walk for 38 years. Thirty-eight years. He was lying beside a pool, waiting for healing. Jesus walked up to him and asked a surprising question: “Do you want to get well?” Of course he did. But the man started explaining why he couldn’t. “I have no one to help me. Someone always gets there before me.” Excuses. Reasons. Delays. Then Jesus said three simple words: “Get up. Walk.” And immediately — the man was healed. Here’s what stands out: He had been stuck for almost four decades. But one moment with Jesus changed everything. Sometimes we get used to being stuck. Used to the fear. Used to the habit. Used to the excuse. But when Jesus says move — we move. Not because we feel ready. But because He said so. If there’s an area in your life where you feel stuck, listen closely. Jesus may be saying, “Get up.” Be strong. Be courageous.

The Catch

Hey friends. Welcome back to Strong & Courageous. Today we’re talking about fishermen. Peter and his friends had been fishing all night. And they caught nothing. They were tired. Frustrated. Probably ready to quit. Jesus stepped into Peter’s boat and said, “Put out into deep water, and let down your nets.” Peter answered honestly. “Master, we’ve worked hard all night and haven’t caught anything.” But then he said something powerful: “But because You say so, I will let down the nets.” And when they did — they caught so many fish that the nets began to break. Here’s what I love: Peter didn’t understand it. It didn’t make sense. He was exhausted. But he obeyed anyway. Sometimes Jesus asks you to try again. To forgive again. To trust again. Even when you’re tired. And sometimes the breakthrough comes after obedience — not before. If Jesus is asking you to take one more step, say what Peter said: “Because You say so.” Be strong. Be courageous.

Jesus Raises Lazarus

Hey friends. Today we’re talking about Lazarus. Lazarus was sick. His sisters sent word to Jesus. But Jesus didn’t come right away. By the time He arrived, Lazarus had been dead for four days. Martha said, “Lord, if You had been here, my brother would not have died.” Have you ever felt that? “Jesus, if You had just shown up sooner…” But Jesus said something powerful. “I am the resurrection and the life.” Then He went to the tomb and said, “Lazarus, come out.” And Lazarus walked out. Still wrapped in grave clothes. This story reminds us: Even when it feels too late… it’s not too late for Jesus. When hope feels buried, He still speaks life. Maybe something in your life feels sealed shut. A dream. A friendship. A prayer you’ve been waiting on. Jesus still calls things out of the grave. Trust Him. Be strong. Be courageous.

Jesus Cast Out Darkness

Hey friends. Today’s miracle shows us something important. Jesus met a man who was controlled by evil spirits. He lived alone. He was isolated. He was hurting. No one could help him. But when Jesus stepped onto the shore, everything changed. The darkness recognized Him. And with one command, Jesus set the man free. Afterward, the man was sitting calmly, dressed, and in his right mind. Here’s what that means for us: There is no darkness stronger than Jesus. Fear. Anxiety. Addiction. Shame. None of it has more authority than Him. If you feel overwhelmed, remember this: Jesus doesn’t struggle against darkness. He speaks — and it moves. Whatever feels heavy in your life today, bring it to Him. He is stronger. Be strong. Be courageous.

Jesus Heals The Blind Man

Hey friends. Welcome back to Strong & Courageous. Today we’re talking about a man who was blind from birth. The disciples asked Jesus, “Who sinned? This man or his parents?” They assumed his blindness was someone’s fault. But Jesus said something powerful. “It was not that this man sinned… but that the works of God might be displayed in him.” Then Jesus made mud, placed it on the man’s eyes, and told him to go wash. The man obeyed. And when he washed — he could see. But here’s what stands out. The crowd argued. The religious leaders doubted. People questioned him. But the man kept saying, “One thing I do know. I was blind. Now I see.” You don’t have to know everything about Jesus to stand firm. You just have to know what He’s done in your life. Maybe people question your faith. Maybe they don’t understand it. That’s okay. You can simply say, “I once was blind. Now I see.” Be strong. Be courageous.