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Holy boldness is a spiritual quality that empowers believers to speak and act with courage and confidence in alignment with God's will. This boldness is not rooted in human arrogance or self-assurance but is a divine enablement that comes from the Holy Spirit. Throughout Scripture, believers are exhorted to exhibit holy boldness in their faith, witness, and obedience to God.

Biblical Foundations of Holy Boldness

1. Empowerment by the Holy Spirit: The source of holy boldness is the Holy Spirit. In Acts 4:31, after the early Christians prayed, "the place where they were assembled was shaken, and they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and spoke the word of God boldly." This passage highlights that boldness in the Christian life is a result of being filled with the Spirit.

2. Confidence in God's Promises: Believers are encouraged to be bold because of the assurance of God's promises. Hebrews 4:16 urges, "Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need." This confidence is not in oneself but in the faithfulness of God.

3. Fearlessness in Proclamation: The apostle Paul exemplifies holy boldness in his ministry. In Ephesians 6:19-20, he requests prayer "that words may be given to me in opening my mouth boldly to proclaim the mystery of the gospel, for which I am an ambassador in chains. Pray that I may declare it boldly, as I ought to speak." Paul’s request underscores the necessity of boldness in sharing the gospel, even in the face of adversity.

4. Courage in the Face of Opposition: Believers are called to stand firm and be courageous, even when facing opposition. In 1 Corinthians 16:13, Paul exhorts, "Be on the alert. Stand firm in the faith. Be men of courage. Be strong." This call to courage is a reminder that boldness is essential in maintaining one's faith amidst challenges.

5. Boldness in Prayer: The Bible encourages believers to approach God with boldness in prayer. In Hebrews 10:19-22, it is written, "Therefore, brothers, since we have confidence to enter the Most Holy Place by the blood of Jesus... let us draw near with a sincere heart in full assurance of faith." This passage emphasizes that through Christ, believers have the privilege to approach God boldly.

6. Exemplified by Biblical Figures: Numerous biblical figures demonstrate holy boldness. David, when facing Goliath, declared in 1 Samuel 17:45, "You come against me with sword and spear and javelin, but I come against you in the name of the LORD of Hosts." His confidence was rooted in his faith in God’s power and promises.

7. Encouragement to Persevere: Believers are encouraged to persevere in boldness. In Philippians 1:14, Paul notes, "Most of the brothers, having become confident in the Lord by my imprisonment, dare even more to speak the word without fear." The example of others' boldness can inspire and embolden fellow believers.

Practical Implications of Holy Boldness

Holy boldness manifests in various aspects of the Christian life, including evangelism, prayer, and daily living. It involves a fearless proclamation of the gospel, a confident approach to God in prayer, and a steadfast adherence to biblical truths despite societal pressures. Believers are called to cultivate this boldness through prayer, reliance on the Holy Spirit, and immersion in Scripture, trusting that God will provide the courage needed to fulfill His purposes.

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Joshua 1:7
Only be you strong and very courageous, that you may observe to do according to all the law, which Moses my servant commanded you: turn not from it to the right hand or to the left, that you may prosper wherever you go.
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2 Chronicles 19:11
And, behold, Amariah the chief priest is over you in all matters of the LORD; and Zebadiah the son of Ishmael, the ruler of the house of Judah, for all the king's matters: also the Levites shall be officers before you. Deal courageously, and the LORD shall be with the good.
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Jeremiah 1:8
Be not afraid of their faces: for I am with you to deliver you, said the LORD.
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Ezekiel 3:9
As an adamant harder than flint have I made your forehead: fear them not, neither be dismayed at their looks, though they be a rebellious house.
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Faith an Assurance and a Proof.
... not away your boldness." Any of these exhortations would sufficiently ... inherit the
promises."[248] "Having therefore boldness to enter into the holy place ...
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An Obscured vision
... is not simply a collection of wise sayings and affectionate exhortations, for you ...
without a message, to the minister who has lost his holy boldness, to the ...
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A Holy Life the Beauty of Christianity: Or, an Exhortation to ...
... But such exhortations did not stand with the wisdom of ... of children, learning of
compliments, boldness in women ... and principal graces which the Holy Ghost worketh ...
/.../bunyan/the works of john bunyan volumes 1-3/a holy life the beauty.htm

The Holy War,
... Benjamin Keach, about the time that the 'Holy War' appeared, published his ... nothing
allegorical in it, but is replete with practical warnings and exhortations. ...
/.../bunyan/the works of john bunyan volumes 1-3/the holy war.htm

An Exposition of the Chapters of the Acts of the Apostles.
... revelation from God, and of his boldness of speech ... baptism and the gift of the Holy
Ghost conferred ... in Troas; also Paul's own pastoral exhortations [1382] to ...
/.../pamphilus/the writings of pamphilus/an exposition of the chapters.htm

John's Witness to Jesus, and God's
... lay side by side with his boldness, brushed it ... The fervour of holy enthusiasm, the
warmth of ardent ... people he spoke good tidings and exhortations; to lordly ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture e/johns witness to jesus and.htm

Hallowing Christ
... is to blaspheme and profane that holy name by ... ringed about with dangers, the foolish
exhortations: 'Cheer up ... then, will you be bold.' The boldness which fronts ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture ephesians peter/hallowing christ.htm

While Still Very Young, He Taught Diligently the Word of Christ.
... on account of his great zeal and boldness for the ... which caused those who wished to
lead holy lives to ... and thus to find in the Gospels ringing exhortations to a ...
/.../pamphilius/church history/chapter iii while still very young.htm

Paul, the Teacher of Prayer
... was the keynote of all his exhortations on prayer. ... that men pray everywhere, lifting
up holy hands, without ... I be ashamed, but that with all boldness, as always ...
/.../bounds/prayer and praying men/xii paul the teacher of.htm

How Titus Gave Orders to Demolish the Tower of Antonia and Then ...
... robbers and the tyrant thought that these exhortations proceeded from ... concern upon
them to have the holy house spared ... laid for them, and by that boldness of the ...
/.../chapter 2 how titus gave.htm