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Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, and sin which clings so closely, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking to Jesus, the founder and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is seated at the right hand of the throne of God. – [Hebrews 12:1-2 ESV]
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The enemiesOne of the pastors with whom I serve, Jeremy Mikeska, recently gave this pithy address at a men’s breakfast:
Jeremy is right! Serving God is a privilege, and we are wise to continually check our hearts for those enemies that would erode our faithfulness. My prayer today is that by God’s grace each of us who knows Jesus renews our commitment, courage, and contentment in Christ. May we eschew complacency, cowardice, and fear. And may that make all the difference. Amen! |