Run the Race Ahead with Endurance

Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses [who by faith have testified to the truth of God’s absolute faithfulness], stripping off every unnecessary weight and the sin which so easily and cleverly entangles us, let us run with endurance and active persistence the race that is set before us,
HEBREWS 12:1 AMP

Hallelujah and glory be to God for this beautiful day and the privilege to rejoice and be glad in it.

The Christian journey is likened to a race, and to finish this race well we must be intentional and disciplined. No athlete competes with heavy clothing or unnecessary burdens; in the same way, we cannot expect to run the heavenly race while holding on to sins, habits, or distractions that weigh us down.

The scripture reminds us that we are surrounded by a great cloud of witnesses—men and women of faith who have gone before us and testified to God’s faithfulness. Our lives should in turn inspire others to pursue Christ. This means letting go of every form of sin, even those we may call “little sins,” and choosing to walk in holiness daily.

Beloved, Jesus Christ is our strength. Because of Him, every unnecessary weight can be laid aside. As we keep our eyes on Him, we will receive the grace to endure, persist, and finish the race of faith victoriously.

Let’s keep our eyes on Jesus Christ and run our race with endurance till the end.

Lord Jesus, help me to lay aside every weight and sin that easily entangles me. Grant me the grace to endure and to finish my race faithfully. May I remain victorious now and forevermore, in Your mighty name. Amen.
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Blessed is the one who is steadfast and endures Temptations

Blessed [happy, spiritually prosperous, favored by God] is the man who is steadfast under trial and perseveres when tempted; for when he has passed the test and been approved, he will receive the [victor’s] crown of life which the Lord has promised to those who love Him.
JAMES 1:12 AMP

Glory be unto God for this beautiful day and the opportunity to rejoice and be glad in it.

This morning Apostle James is telling us that God rewards abundantly the one who stands firm and faces trials and tribulations that come his or her way. Do not give up or abandon that venture.

As children of the Most High God, we will experience some trials and temptations on this journey, our reaction or response to this is very important. Today’s scripture encourages every child of God to stand firm in times of trials so we don’t miss out the blessings of the Lord.

The blessings include being spiritually prosperous, favour from God and an ultimate victor’s crown of life! We must stay steadfast, we must persevere to the end to receive this crown, leave no room to fall by the roadside.

May the Lord help us to stay strong and steadfast no matter the challenge that comes our way. May we be approved by the Lord as worthy and faithful servants so we don’t miss out the victor’s crown of life in Jesus Mighty name.
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Blessed is the one who is steadfast and endures Temptations

Blessed [happy, spiritually prosperous, favored by God] is the man who is steadfast under trial and perseveres when tempted; for when he has passed the test and been approved, he will receive the [victor’s] crown of life which the Lord has promised to those who love Him.
JAMES 1:12 AMP

Glory and adoration be unto God for this beautiful day and the opportunity to rejoice and be glad in it.

This morning Apostle James is telling us that God rewards abundantly the one who stands firm and faces trials and tribulations that come his or her way.

As children of the Most High God, we will experience some trials and temptations on this journey, our reaction or response to this is very important. Today’s scripture encourages every child of God to stand firm in times of trials so we don’t miss out the blessings of the Lord.

The blessings include being spiritually prosperous, favour from God and an ultimate victor’s crown of life! We must stay steadfast, we must persevere to the end to receive this crown, leave no room to fall by the roadside.

May the Lord help us to stay strong and steadfast no matter the challenge that comes our way. May we be approved by the Lord as worthy and faithful servants so we don’t miss out the victor’s crown of life in Jesus Mighty name.
abmingle

Blessed is the one that endures Temptations

Blessed [happy, spiritually prosperous, favored by God] is the man who is steadfast under trial and perseveres when tempted; for when he has passed the test and been approved, he will receive the [victor’s] crown of life which the Lord has promised to those who love Him.
JAMES 1:12 AMP

Praise, glory and adoration be unto God for this beautiful day and the opportunity to rejoice and be glad in it.

This morning Apostle James is telling us that God rewards abundantly the one who stands firm and faces trials and tribulations that come his or her way.

As children of the Most High God, we will experience some trials and temptations on this journey, our reaction or response to this is very important. Today’s scripture encourages every child of God to stand firm in times of trials so we don’t miss out the blessings of the Lord.

The blessings include being spiritually prosperous, favour from God and an ultimate victor’s crown of life! We must stay steadfast, we must persevere to the end to receive this crown, leave no room to fall by the roadside.

May the Lord help us to stay strong and steadfast no matter the challenge that comes our way. May we be approved by the Lord as worthy and faithful servants so we don’t miss out the victor’s crown of life in Jesus Mighty name.
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