"A Marathon"

DAY #67 - 'A Woman of Faith' Devotional
Verse: "Therefore since we also have such a large cloud of witnesses surrounding us, let us lay aside every weight and the sin that so easily ensnares us, and run with endurance the race that lies before us." Hebrews 12:1 HCSB


Life is said to be like a journey - and it all begins with one step. If our lives are to be considered as a marathon, then we certainly do need to go into each step prepared and determined to finish wtrong and well. We need to persevere through the tough times. Jesus is a perfect example for us to look to. His life was lived well, as a marathon -- although it was short-lived here on earth, those 33 years He persevered and finished the race well, once and for all. He didn't just finish, He won! He came and did what He was called to do -- the work of the Father.

Just as Jesus did, we must remain faithful to our calling -- even when thoughts of discouragement or quitting come in, we need to persevere and remain dedicated to our calling. Jesus did ask "My Father, if it is possible, may this cup be taken from me? Yet not as I will, but as you will." He told the Father of his true thoughts and feelings, yet He still wanted to follow the Father's will, not his own.

When we face times of trial, doubt, fear, discouragement, etc... we need to be honest with God and tell Him how we are truly feeling, and He will reach down and touch our hearts and spirits, and heal us. We always want to be in the will of the Father, not our own plans and desires. Remember anything that comes against you, no matter how big is always smaller than our Father God in Heaven. He can handle ANYTHING! NOTHING is IMPOSSIBLE for Him~ and nothing is impossible for him that believes! So prepare, persevere and stay determined to finish the race set before you.

BE BLESSED & BE A BLESSING!