Hebrews 12:1 NIV

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. Hebrews 12:1 NIV

I am reminded that the Christian life is not a short sprint, but a long distance race – a race that calls for endurance and stamina. It’s not about how well you’ll do in the next few years, but how strong will you be going for God 20 years from now, that’s the challenge! Because the way that you run a sprint and a marathon are very different.

There are 2 main thoughts in the first line that talks about ‘the great cloud of witnesses’. We have a magnificent history of people that have endured and won their race through faith. Ordinary people like you and I have done great things for God simply by believing that God could use them. And secondly I like to think the greats are watching us from heaven, taking an interest in our progress. Their race is finished and now they’ve handed the baton to us.

I had a bit of fun playing this one. You’ll hear what I mean – there’s a few added extras. Enjoy.

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