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) The image of "running the race" is one in which we are all familiar. It provides us with a mental picture that can be quite useful in reminding us of our life's mission. God calls us to persevere throughout our lives. Whether things are going great or we're having the worst couple of months of our lives, God wants us to "keep running." The season of Lent can be a great time for us to challenge ourselves tocontinue to "run the race." Whether we are giving something up, or rededicating our lives to God in some way, Lent can be a time for us to move forward in our commitment and relationship with God. In moving forward, we can get bogged down and become distracted with the worries of life. So we need to "throw off everything that hinders, and the sin that so easily entangles." What better time to receive help in getting rid of the things that slow us down than Lent? God gives us help along the way. We have a body, the body of Christ, to help us through our trials. We need others to run the race with us. Without this body, it is a lonely and difficult path. While this is only the second day of Lent, we must not forget that the road ahead will be curvy, steep, and long. We must prepare ourselves for this race, for this is a time for perseverance. Remember to seek help from others—whether it is for encouragement, accountability, or someone to pray with. God has blessed us with teammates to run alongside of us. 'Tis the season: the season for change; the season to run with God! Rachel Burch Prayer: Dear God, help me to run the race of life without losing sight that you're running along side me.2/8/08
The Friday after Ash Wednesday
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) The image of "running the race" is one in which we are all familiar. It provides us with a mental picture that can be quite useful in reminding us of our life's mission. God calls us to persevere throughout our lives. Whether things are going great or we're having the worst couple of months of our lives, God wants us to "keep running." The season of Lent can be a great time for us to challenge ourselves tocontinue to "run the race." Whether we are giving something up, or rededicating our lives to God in some way, Lent can be a time for us to move forward in our commitment and relationship with God. In moving forward, we can get bogged down and become distracted with the worries of life. So we need to "throw off everything that hinders, and the sin that so easily entangles." What better time to receive help in getting rid of the things that slow us down than Lent? God gives us help along the way. We have a body, the body of Christ, to help us through our trials. We need others to run the race with us. Without this body, it is a lonely and difficult path. While this is only the second day of Lent, we must not forget that the road ahead will be curvy, steep, and long. We must prepare ourselves for this race, for this is a time for perseverance. Remember to seek help from others—whether it is for encouragement, accountability, or someone to pray with. God has blessed us with teammates to run alongside of us. 'Tis the season: the season for change; the season to run with God! Rachel Burch Prayer: Dear God, help me to run the race of life without losing sight that you're running along side me.
Subscribe to:
Post Comments (Atom)
1 comment:
Running the race,getting out there and just be a part of this faith we share. Be apart of life and of the love of God and his Son Jesus. I fnid this time of Lent to be very rewarding for my soul.
Post a Comment