AS BOLD AS LIONS

Today's reading: Proverbs 28

"The wicked run away when no one is chasing them, but the godly are as bold as lions." Proverbs 28:1 NLT

I don't usually consider myself to be bold.

Determined? Yes.

Hard headed? Yes, my husband shouts from the background.

Can talk to a post? Yes.

But bold?

Bold is a word I reserve for those much stronger than myself. Those who take the stands I seldom take. Those whose faith is much louder than my own. Those who walk right up to the throne of God and quote His promises back to Him--and expect an answer.

No, I'm not bold.

I'm more like the child who hides behind her momma's skirt tails. Or in my case, the hem of my Father's brilliant white, flowing robe.

The wicked run away, but the godly are bold.

Well, maybe there is a glimmer of boldness in me...I don't run away, I run to God. I stand behind Him and watch as He fights for me. I run to the safety and comfort and peace of His presence. I stand on His track record and His reliability. I know my limitations and His expanse.

Maybe that's a quiet boldness. 

Hmm, maybe it is.