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.
Hebrews 12:1 NIV
Running a race is a good metaphor for our life. Here it is used in an uplifting manner. When we refer to our life as a rat race, we are using a negative comparison. Many things can happen in a race. One can win the race. On the other hand, injury can occur in a race.
Consider the 1992 Olympic games when Derek Redmond was running the 400 meter race for Britain. In the last turn, he tore a leg muscle. That tear caused pain that caused him to fall. He did get back up and began to hobble to the finish line. During that effort, his father came down from the stadium and helped his son to the finish line.
You can only imagine the positive response that the crowd expressed by cheering.
In our life, there are times when we can relax from our vantage point, but there will be other times when we will be compelled to leave our comfort zone and help others who are having difficulties in the race.
Pray for the Spirit to guide you to be effective in the cause for Christ as you help others.
In Christ,
David P
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