Notes:
"The wicked put up a bold front, but the upright give thought to their ways" (Proverbs 21:29 NIV).

"But someone will say, 'You have faith; I have deeds.' Show me your faith without deeds, and I will show you my faith by my deeds," (James 2:18, NIV)

"Faith is not a pathetic sentiment, but robust vigorous confidence built on the fact that God is holy love... Faith is the heroic effort of your life, you fling yourself in reckless confidence on God," (Oswald Chambers, My Utmost for His Highest, entry for May 8).

cf:
"I have considered my ways and have turned my steps to your statutes," (Psalm 119:59 NIV)

"The wicked flee when no one pursues, but the righteous are bold as a lion," (Proverbs 28:1 NKJV)