Courage is "an attitude or response of facing and dealing with anything recognized as dangerous, difficult, or painful (Webster's New World Dictionary)."
Courage often displays a positive attitude. A person, in spite, of being afraid, is able to control the fear and perform successfully in overwhelming odds. Sometimes, however, courage represents the quality of being fearless or brave. The response to the danger, difficulty, or pain is almost an immediate reaction. Instead of withdrawing, fear and danger are faced, looked straight into the eye. Usually fear is dealt with in a certain task.
A good example of courage (that Judah and I have read a lot about lately) is the Old Testament Bible story of David and Goliath. David assumed the responsibility of facing the Philistine giant, trusted God for the results, and killed him.
Courage also refers to ones' convictions; standing up for what is right. A person, for instance, may face criticism and boldly stand for their own beliefs or for a certain cause.
"Take heart and be of good courage, for He will strengthen your heart." Psalm 31:24
Good article for the news we woke to this morning!
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