There is but one cause of human failure. And that is man's lack of faith in his true Self.

Fear is faith in reverse gear.

It is indeed possible for those who have the will, courage and faith.

We lack faith in *what* exists within us because we lack faith in *Who* exists within us.

When my father died, it sounds kind of simple but I just had the desire to step up and pastor the church. It was what I was supposed to do. I just took that step of faith.

Defeat is for those who, despite their fears, live with enthusiasm and faith.

While you can't keep fear from visiting, you can slam the door in it's face. With God's promise in your hand, that's exactly what you are able to do.

So early in my life, I had learned that if you want something, you had better make some noise.

th' unconquerable will,/ And study of revenge, immortal hate,/ And courage never to submit or yield/ And what is else not to be overcome?

so much the fear, Of Thunder and the Sword of Michael, Wrought still within them:

When God calls people to do something, their initial response is almost always fear. If there is a challenge in front of you, a course of action that could cause you to grow and that would be helpful to people around you, but you find yourself scared about it, there's a real good chance that God is in that challenge.

Not knowing doesn't mandate anxiety; rather, it instills confidence, and confidence is crucial to good performance.