The Runner’s Race

Hebrews 12:1-2

Introduction.

  1. Taking a break from Hebrews only to return to Hebrews.

  2. I’ve never really been an athlete.

    1. Marching band, PE.

    2. Always got discouraged.

    3. Easy to quit.

    4. Now I have some (limited amount) of experience.

  3. A few passages (1 Cor. 9:24-27; 2 Tim. 2:5; 4:7; Heb. 12:1-2).

  4. Comparing my experiences with the Christian walk.

Body.

  1. Past failures.

  2. Start slowly (find out what works for you; study up; enjoyable; rewards; do more).

  3. Cross train (injury; study up; ask an expert; gear; invest).

  4. Don’t give up! (recovery)

Conclusion.