So Great a Cloud of Witnesses

Hebrews 12:1-2Loading...

Now, building upon this foundation, the writer calls us to action. Just as runners in an ancient stadium would strip off every unnecessary garment and weight before competing, we too must prepare ourselves for the spiritual race set before us. This passage challenges us to examine our lives and remove anything that hinders our spiritual progress.

I. Let Us Lay Aside Every Weight

The first thing we must address in our spiritual race are the weights that slow us down. These are not necessarily sinful things, but they are burdensome elements that prevent us from running with maximum effectiveness. Just as a cyclist removes unnecessary equipment or a runner strips down to the lightest clothing possible, we must identify and remove any...