Courage for Fresh Starts | Your Nightly Prayer
There is something both beautiful and intimidating about a fresh start.
It may be a new job, a new school year, a move, a restored relationship, a ministry opportunity, or simply another chance after failure.
Fresh starts remind us that God is always making things new—but they also expose our fears.
What if I fail again?
What if I'm not ready?
What if this doesn't work out?
Joshua likely asked similar questions as he prepared to lead God's people after Moses. The task before him was overwhelming.
Yet God's encouragement wasn't, "You'll be able to handle it."
Instead, it was, "I will be with you."
That promise is still true tonight.
The courage God offers isn't built on your experience, personality, or confidence.
It is built on His faithful presence.
You don't have to know everything about tomorrow to trust the One who already does.
Originally published August 08, 2026.
When life feels heavy and God seems silent, it can be easy to wonder if He has forgotten you. But your painful circumstances are not proof of His absence. In her book Unsinkable Faith: God-Filled Strategies to Transform the Way You Think, Feel, and Live, Tracie Miles helps you break free from discouraging thoughts, quiet the fears and doubts stealing your peace, and strengthen your trust in God, even when life doesn’t make sense. If you’re tired of feeling overwhelmed, forgotten, or defeated, this book will give you practical, biblical strategies to renew your mind, restore your hope, and build a faith that won’t sink when the storms of life arise.
Tracie Miles is a bestselling author, literary agent and author coach who is passionate about helping women deepen their faith, overcome life’s challenges, and embrace the purpose God has for them. Connect with Tracie on Facebook and Instagram, or visit TracieMiles.com for more encouragement and resources.
