An experiment by York University psychologist Cindel White tested whether thinking about God made people more open to taking risks.*
The answer was “Yes” … at least “slightly”.
Only slightly?
It is worth asking the question: Does MY faith result in greater risk-taking in my personal, social, and work life?
Some boldness in facing life’s challenges can prove very beneficial. The article reminds us that “people tend to be irrationally risk averse”.
It seems to me that when it comes to taking some calculated risks - as in all aspects of life - our faith should make more than a slight difference!
We definitely find encouragement towards great boldness and courage in the pages of Scripture. Here are a couple of good reminders:
Joshua 1:9 Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.
Psalm 27:1 The Lord is my light and my salvation—so why should I be afraid? The Lord is my fortress, protecting me from danger, so why should I tremble?
Daniel 10:19 “Don’t be afraid,” he said, “for you are very precious to God. Peace! Be encouraged! Be strong!” As he spoke these words to me, I suddenly felt stronger and said to him, “Please speak to me, my lord, for you have strengthened me.”
[*You can read a summary of the study and its methods in This Article on the Nautilus website.]
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