Becoming a Hero With Lisa BevereSample

Heroes Find Purpose in Service

All heroes have something more within them simply because they have attached their lives to something larger. That’s certainly true for Superman. Watch the trailer from the film and consider all the ways Superman serves the needs of others.

A hero is someone who has given his or her life
to something bigger than oneself. —Joseph Campbell

Heroes champion causes rather than champion themselves. Being motivated by something bigger than themselves drives them to risk being more daring, compassionate, willing, responsible, and courageous. Heroes understand there is always more at risk than what meets the eye. Heroes are not afraid to stand up or stand out. This willingness to rise above makes them extraordinary.

Other than Jesus, every Bible hero had strengths and weaknesses! Heroes are found in both genders and come in all shapes and sizes... just as you and I do.

Christian means follower of Christ and anointed one. We are transformed by allowing God’s provision and grace to make us heroes. Listen to Paul’s charge to the church of Ephesus:

“Be prepared. You’re up against far more than you can handle on your own. Take all the help you can get, every weapon God has issued, so that when it’s all over but the shouting you’ll still be on your feet. Truth, righteousness, peace, faith, and salvation are more than words. Learn how to apply them. You’ll need them throughout your life. God’s Word is an indispensable weapon. In the same way, prayer is essential in this ongoing warfare. Pray hard and long. Pray for your brothers and sisters. Keep your eyes open. Keep each other’s spirits up so that no one falls behind or drops out.” (Ephesians 6:14–18, MSG)

Our Heavenly Father anticipated each and every one of our needs and has empowered us to overcome. With His help, we have the power to win battles that are immediate and in our future. But we are in the midst of a struggle between light and dark, and life and death hang in the balance. We must not turn and run in fear.

Face forward and stand your ground. With God’s help, you are strong. You are a hero!