The Daily Blade: Joby Martin & Kyle Thompson #226 - Josh Howerton // The Hard Thing You’re Afraid To Do, Done Anyway
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Nov 12, 2025 Josh Howerton, Pastor of Lake Point in Dallas and an advocate for biblical manhood, delves into the profound relationship between faith and fear. He challenges the notion that faith removes fear, sharing his own experiences with anxiety in ministry. Highlighting 1 Corinthians 16:13–14, he emphasizes that true courage is obeying God despite our fears. Josh also draws parallels with Joshua and Jesus, encouraging listeners to identify their own brave steps and act in love for God’s glory, demonstrating that being courageous means moving forward even when afraid.
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Courage As Biblical Manhood
- Courage is a central mark of biblical manhood, tied to obedience to God.
- Josh Howerton frames 'act like men' as 'be courageous' from 1 Corinthians 16:13–14.
Faith And Fear Can Coexist
- Many Christians wrongly believe faith and fear cannot coexist, which creates guilt.
- Josh Howerton argues that misconception prevents people from acting courageously.
Anxiety While Preaching To Thousands
- Josh Howerton recounts intense anxiety attacks before preaching after joining a large church.
- He describes vomiting and physical symptoms that lasted about eight months while preaching to thousands.
