Do Not Grow Weary
(NIV) Heb 12:1 Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, 2 fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. 3 Consider him who endured such opposition from sinners, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart.
I have always loved the thought that whatever happens in my life, if I stumble, if I fall, there is a great cloud of witnesses, those gone before, watching me and cheering me on. Who are these witnesses? Chapter 11 has been called the “Roll call of Faith” as it lists some of the great heroes of the Bible who persevered through faith alone. I think of my family and can envision them as part of this great assembly who have gather to encourage me when it seems I cannot go on.
In Romans 12:3 Paul says God gave each of us a measure of faith. It is by faith we are saved, and it is by faith we can face life’s difficulties. In ministering to older adults, I have been asked, “Why am I still here?” Their faith still enabled them to believe in Jesus as their Savior, but living in this world was becoming more challenging.
As we awake each morning, may we remain aware that whatever our journey, God has promised He will never leave us or forsake us. His promise is the foundation of our faith and because of that we can continue on.
May we be strengthened and encouraged today to walk in the faith we are given, growing daily in the grace poured out upon us.
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
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