Joshua 1:9

Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous! Do not be terrified or dismayed (intimidated) for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go. 

We need to practice courage and decide what we will believe before adversity comes. The Lord commanded Joshua beforehand to have courage and believe the word of God. We, too, are to have courage and believe the word of God. Our first step in any direction should be a step of faith.