Running the race!

Running the race of faith in Christ is summed up pretty well in there two verses:

Hebrews 12:1 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,

2 Corinthians 7:1 Therefore, having these promises, beloved, let us cleanse ourselves from all filthiness of the flesh and spirit, perfecting holiness in the fear of God.

1. Lay aside sin-as a follower of Christ we throw the sin out! Sin is constantly trying to grab ahold of us. Don’t allow it too keep running the with the endurance the Holy Spirit provides.

2. As we cleanse ourselves from the dirt and grim of sin, we are at the same time growing in holiness and thus becoming more like Christ. 

Are you ready for the race of faith? It is not for the faint of heart, but thank God it is not done in our own strength but in the power of the Holy Spirit who fills us at salvation!

Run, brothers and sisters, run!

Tom