Have you ever been mountain climbing? I’ve only done it a few times (and nothing “major”). Through those experiences I’ve learned a couple of important truths: 1) the difficulty of the climb is dependent upon the terrain of the individual mountain, and 2) it’s foolish to climb alone. Both of those principles apply to the Christian life.

Thanks to Amazon and online shopping, we really don’t have to go pursuing what we want to purchase as much anymore. But there’s no Amazon in the spiritual realm; we have to pursue what we hope to acquire. And God gives us clear direction on what He wants us to pursue in this marathon race of life. I look forward to showing you just what that is as we keep on moving down Hebrews 12.

Do you like to run or jog? Other than being rather slow, lacking endurance, getting shin splints, and having aching joints…I like everything about it. The truth is that life is like a marathon; we all need endurance to finish well. That will be our topic of discussion today I look forward to unpacking Hebrews 12:1-3 with you as we kick off our new series, “This Keeps You Running.”