"Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight and the sin that clings so closely,*2 and let us run with perseverance the race that is set before us, looking to Jesus the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who for the sake of * the joy that was set before him endured the cross, disregarding its shame, and has taken his seat at the right hand of the throne of God."
During the sermon preparation, I kept coming back to the words and life of Eric Liddell. Known as the "Flying Scotsman", he was an accomplished track star and rugby player long before he won gold at the 1924 Summer Olympics in Paris. The movie, "Chariots of Fire" introduced a new generation to Liddell's racing ability and his love for the Lord. In addition to being a world class athlete, he was also a missionary to China.
I believe that God has a race laid out for all of us. It does not matter whether we are young or old, the Lord has a path for all of us to run. It is natural to get tired and discouraged, but we are called to keep running.
I believe God made you for a purpose and He also made you fast. Run the race the Lord has marked for you!
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