“Let us throw off everything that hinders … and let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us. Let us fix our eyes on Jesus.”
Hebrews 12:1b-2a
An athlete on our team came in first for her division in Special Olympics track and field, so she qualified for the state competition. She was thrilled about it. When the day arrived, the athletes were given lanyards for identification. As they stood at the starting line, our athlete became focused on her lanyard. The gun went off, runners lunged ahead, and our athlete stood still, fascinated with the cord and ID card hanging around her neck. Coaches and spectators yelled, “RUN!” until she took off like lightning.
After this, I began to wonder about the “lanyards” in my life. Are there distractions hindering my walk with the Lord? What opportunities do I miss because I’m focused elsewhere? It also made me consider the importance of those who have encouraged me to not give up when I have been preoccupied.
We are all in this “faith race” together and can inspire others who need our help. As we look to Jesus, we do not grow weary or lose heart. When we miss the mark, we have our Lord’s forgiveness and the body of Christ urging us on.
After this, I began to wonder about the “lanyards” in my life. Are there distractions hindering my walk with the Lord? What opportunities do I miss because I’m focused elsewhere? It also made me consider the importance of those who have encouraged me to not give up when I have been preoccupied.
We are all in this “faith race” together and can inspire others who need our help. As we look to Jesus, we do not grow weary or lose heart. When we miss the mark, we have our Lord’s forgiveness and the body of Christ urging us on.
Scripture Focus
1 Corinthians 9:24-27
Insight
“May the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you the same attitude of mind toward each other that Christ Jesus had.” (Romans 15:5)
Bible In A Year
- 1 Kings 13-14
- Proverbs 6
- Hebrews 7-8