When God speaks, oftentimes His voice will call for an act of courage on our part.

Meaning of the quote

When God talks to us, He often wants us to do something brave. He might ask us to stand up for what's right, even if it's hard. God's voice can encourage us to face our fears and do the right thing, even when it's not easy.

About Charles Stanley

Charles Stanley was a prominent American Southern Baptist pastor and writer who served as the senior pastor of the First Baptist Church in Atlanta for 49 years. He also founded and led the widely broadcast In Touch Ministries, and served as the president of the Southern Baptist Convention for two terms.

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