"Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight and the sin with so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us,"
Hebrews 12:1 (NKJ)
With the Olympics happening, this verse easily comes to mind, doesn't it?
One of the reasons this verse is really awesome is because of the comparison of our living life as Christians to running a long race. The simile is both cool and accurate; life with the Lord is sweet, but it isn't a cakewalk! It takes diligent effort to stay on track. "Run the race" is also a great encouragement to live as fully for Christ as possible, to give things our all, and to keep going until we reach the grand finish line!
What do you like about this verse?
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