BOLDNESS

After being baptized with the Holy Spirit, many think they should respect the disrespect of those who go against our faith. They think that we should cower when confronted by their affronts. Because of this, they nourish their shyness as if it were the "god" of reverence. They become Christians that are cowardly, timid, shy, and helpless when faced with life's challenges. I ask those who were sealed with the Holy Spirit: Where is the power of the Holy Spirit?
Do you think it is the Holy Spirit, or your cowardly spirit that becomes evident when you’re faced with life's challenges? You don’t even need to answer this question because the answer is obvious. The Holy Spirit respects the decisions we make. He does not force or prevent us from doing what we want to do. This is why we have weak, coward and fearful people in the Church. They profess the name of Jesus, but live a life that is contrary to the faith. And they continue saying: "God understands!", "God will provide...", etc.. Hey, you!! That is not true, my dear reader! We are the ones who must understand it; that we should express our faith in God. It is not up to God to do so. Therefore stop looking for a scapegoat to carry the loads you do not want to take up to. Those who have the Spirit of God have the power to overcome any obstacle caused by their feelings. They are powerful! They are not perfect, but have the authority to cast out demons, and even more: their own emotions!! 
 May God bless you!

*Extracted from Bishop Edir Macedo's blog