When we speak and perform an action for God and His glory, we are to perform it with boldness studying the examples in scripture of his called-out ones and praying for their courage. We examine in Acts 4 "the servants" being filled with the Holy Spirit and gaining the ability to speak with boldness and become verbal warriors of God's way. In the dictionaries, most English translations lack an essential element and nuance of a biblical definition of boldness. While most have courage and bravery in the English definitions, all the Biblical uses include the source of their ability to confront danger by having confidence in the power derived from someone or something else, God in the dominant case. Going through major examples of bold figures such as King David, Elijah, and Daniel's companions thrown in the furnace (Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-Nego) we see how they used their faith in God's power they had seen demonstrated throughout their life to help them through the trials. Ultimately, we look for Christ during his trial as an example when the early church prayed for a boldness similar to Jesus' mentioned example in Acts 4. We must remember that the community and family of God derive their source of strength through the most High and that we fulfill His will throughout our daily lives and represent His way in an open way that shines His light and Spirit.

True Christianity demands courage. It is not easy to stand against the crowd or to obey God rather than men, as fear of intimidation and persecution often holds us back. Yet, God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and a sound mind. Perfect love casts out fear, for fear involves torment, and those who fear have not yet been made perfect in love. As we practice extending ourselves in love to others, the fear of loss, suffering, or rejection begins to lessen. Our confidence in God's truth grows until we become bold. Christ warns that the cowardly will have their part in the lake of fire, placing fear among grave sins. The righteous are bold as a lion, and we are called to let our light shine by boldly standing up for God's truth, knowing that God hears the righteous and we are not alone.

Bravery or courage is a character trait Christians need to possess. As Psalm 31:24 declares, Be of good courage, and He shall strengthen your heart, all you who hope in the LORD. Paul encourages the Corinthians to watch, stand fast in the faith, be brave, and be strong during their walk with God. Solomon tells us that the righteous are bold as a lion. Throughout the years of our calling, we need a brave heart to overcome sin, temptations, trials, and afflictions. Even now, we may face minor persecutions from family, friends, employers, and neighbors who do not understand our beliefs or want to force us to compromise. The toughest times are still before us, and they will require a brave and steadfast heart. To make it through these increasingly troublesome times, we will need a close, trusting relationship with God, for it is from Him that true courage comes. Paul tells Timothy that God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind. Knowing that the battle is not ours alone should instill great boldness in us. God proclaims in Revelation 21:8 that the cowardly will not be in His Kingdom. In order to ensure we have the necessary courage, the boldness God requires, we must seek Him and ask Him to put a brave heart in us just as He did with many other saints in times past. Whether we live through the great troubles of the end time or die in martyrdom for our cause, we need to testify before the world of God's way with a brave heart.

Boldness is presented as an attribute closely related to confidence in faith. It serves as the outward expression of faith and enables believers to approach God confidently. In the book of Hebrews believers are encouraged to enter the holiest by the blood of Jesus boldly which is translated as confidence. This boldness is not faith itself but the application of faith in presenting oneself before God. It supports good works as an expression of faith and is a gift from God's Spirit. Godly boldness differs from worldly self-confidence rooted in pride as it stems from strength in faith from God. Examples include Esther's confident yet humble approach to the king and the woman with the issue of blood who confidently reached out in faith. Ultimately one should boldly come before the throne of grace with a contrite heart.

Jesus promises His disciples peace in concert with receiving God's Spirit. This peace allows believers to be bold in their convictions because it is real and present. The opposite of peace is fear. Believers can have boldness and put down fear if they have God's peace. The peace He gives allows them to be steady and courageous no matter what the outward circumstances.