βThere is always a philosophy for lack of courage."
This astute observation lays bare the human tendency to rationalize cowardice, to construct elaborate justifications for inaction in the face of challenge. But as men of faith, we are called to a higher standard. We are called to confront fear with the unwavering truth of scripture, to expose the flawed philosophies that breed timidity, and to embrace the courage that comes from a heart surrendered to God.
The world offers a multitude of excuses for cowardice, each disguised as a sophisticated philosophy:
πππ₯πππ’π―π’π¬π¦:This pervasive ideology whispers, "Who are you to judge?" blurring the lines between right and wrong, and eroding the foundation of absolute truth. Yet, scripture reminds us, "Woe unto them that call evil good, and good evil; that put darkness for light, and light for darkness; that put bitter for sweet, and sweet for bitter!" (Isaiah 5:20). We are not called to embrace subjective morality, but to stand firm on the unchanging principles of Scripture.
πππ₯π’π₯π’πππ«π’ππ§π’π¬π¦:This philosophy promotes the cold calculation of consequences, justifying actions based on their perceived outcomes. It whispers, "the ends justify the means," ignoring the inherent value of individuals and the sanctity of God's law. But scripture teaches, "What shall it profit a man, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul?" (Mark 8:36). True courage is not found in expedient choices, but in obedience to God's will, regardless of the outcome.