WEEK THREE: THE CROSS

Therefore, since we also have such a great cloud of witnesses surrounding us, let’s rid ourselves of every obstacle and the sin which so easily entangles us, and let’s run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking only at Jesus, the originator and perfecter of the faith, who for the joy set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.

For consider Him who has endured such hostility by sinners against Himself, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart.

-- Hebrews 12:1-3

Questions
Who or what spurs you on in faith when you are uncertain?
Do you think about the cloud of witness that surround you? Write down their names and give thanks for them.
How do the cross and joy go together?

Prayer
Lord Jesus – pioneer and perfecter of our faith, thank you that you did not give up on us and the world. We seek now to run our race of faith encouraged by the promise of seeing God face-to-face and joining in worship with the great cloud of witnesses. Amen.