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Run the Race: Looking Unto Jesus | Hebrews 12:1–2

“Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith…” (Hebrews 12:1–2, NKJV)

Hebrews has one steady message: Christ is greater. His Word is greater than the prophets. He is greater than the angels, Moses, and Aaron. His priesthood, sacrifice, covenant, and promises are all greater. The answer to unbelief is perservering faith. Chapter 11 showed us the heroes of faith. Chapter 12 tells us that their company is our company, and that we are in a race whether we feel ready or not.

In this message we look at:

• Why the heroes of Hebrews 11 are examples to us in two ways: of great faith, and of the pain sin brings even to people of faith

• Why sin is not a pet: laying aside the weight and the snare

• What the race is, where we are running, and what the prize is

• The rules of the race (2 Timothy 2:5; 1 Corinthians 9:24–27)

• Training for godliness through the Word, prayer, praise, and service

• Looking to Jesus, who for the joy set before Him endured the cross

• Forgetting what is behind and pressing toward the goal (Philippians 3:13–16)

• The reward: Christ Himself, the river of life, and the city whose builder and maker is God (Revelation 22)

Perhaps you are discouraged, weighed down, or have forgotten why you are running. Look up. Christ is the door, and faith is the key. He who began a good work in you will complete it (Philippians 1:6).

Rememebr Jesus promise “Surely I am coming quickly.” (Revelation 22:12)

📖 Scripture References:

Hebrews 11:6; 12:1–2 · Genesis 4:7 · Hebrews 3:13 · Matthew 7:13–14 · 2 Timothy 2:5 · 1 Corinthians 9:24–27 · Ephesians 6:10 · Galatians 5:7 · Philippians 1:6; 3:13–16 · Revelation 22:7, 12–14, 20–21

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