Boldness

Boldness is defined in the Webster Dictionary as : fearless before danger. Bill Gothard says that boldness is "Confidence that what I have to say or do is true and right and just in the sight of God."
There are many circumstances in life that call for action yet no one seems to want to be the one to act. Yes, we will complain about the injustices and wrongdoings, but do something about it? No, that is better left for someone else. In a day when many people consider themselves leaders, it seems that we are at a lack for boldness. Standing up for what you believe in and spark debate against the popular trend. Questioning long-standing tradition is not necessarily wrong if it is approached in a honest manner. Be bold, stand up for what you believe in, say something.
It is just like the story of kids on a playground. Sally gets made fun of by one of the bullies and her friend, Jane says nothing. After the bully leaves and Jane comes over to comfort Sally she realizes Sally is mad at her ! Sally is mad because Jane did nothing to help her. It is one thing to cause the problem but it is another to stand by and do nothing to help.
A more serious example is the young girl who was raped outside of a school dance. Police said that many other students saw what was happening and did nothing to stop it. What a tragedy.