“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 NIV
Wherever you are right now is the result of someone else’s faith.
Your parents, as imperfect as they may have been, sacrificed to help you grow.
Our spiritual forefathers forged a path for faith.
Our American forefathers forged a path for the freedom America is known for.
None of this is perfect.
None of them were perfect.
Only one is perfect.
“But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”Romans 5:8 NIV
“…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.” Hebrews 12:2 NIV
Dear friend, what you have now cost someone something, even if they didn’t do it perfectly.
Your parents. The founders of our country. Your church leaders.
They all have added something to your life worth having. Regardless of their mistakes, their sacrifices have enriched you.
Who are you sacrificing for?
Are you willing to pay the price without seeing the result?
Living a Christ-centered life is not easy, but it is worth it.
The cost of living for Jesus purchases your eternity, yes.
But it also clears a path for those in your circle of influence.
Your sacrifice lights the way for them to follow your example.
You may never see the impact of your sacrifice, just as our forefathers could not see the future we live in now.
But your life matters.
You can make it count by committing to the cost.
It’s going to be worth it.
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