Hebrews 12
Berean Study Bible
The Call to Endurance
(2 Timothy 2:1-13)
1Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off every encumbrance and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with endurance the race set out for us. 2Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before Him endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. 3Consider Him who endured such hostility from sinners, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart.
Cloud of witnesses, who are yours?
Last night we went to a barbecue for a group from our church called Compassionate Recovery. It's a godly group of people from all walks of life in recovery from loss, alcohol, drugs, divorce, life struggles ect. We pray, eat, talk about life, study His word but most of all, witness to each other. I attend because I enjoy the fellowship and the friends I've met there.
If you don't meet with fellow Christians, how will you run with endurance, the race set out for you?
Ecclesiastes 4:12 NLT A person standing alone can be attacked and defeated, but two can stand back-to-back and conquer. Three are even better, for a triple-braided cord is not easily broken.
Satan loves us when we are alone as we are vulnerable. He starts with mind games that lead into temptation.
Fix your eyes on Jesus, fellowship with other Christians for a triple-braided cord so you will not easily be broken, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart!
Blessings, David
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