The Perfecter Of Faith

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, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. Consider him who endured such opposition from sinners, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart.

In your struggle against sin, you have not yet resisted to the point of shedding your blood.

Hebrews 12:1-4

Running with endurance requires that we lay aside the sin that stands in our way and shed the weights that hold us back. We may even have to press on through persecution.

To prevent weariness and discouragement in our souls, the Bible urges us to focus on Christ. When we pay more attention to Him than to our struggles, we will notice Him running alongside us – supporting us when we stumble and encouraging us with His example. Keeping our eyes on “the perfecter of faith” will help us stay close to the source of our strength and remain faithful to the finish.

We can finish strong when we focus on Christ.

Our Daily Bread – April 24, 2013