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Hebrews 12:1-3

[1] Therefore, since we have so great a cloud of witnesses surrounding us, let us also lay aside every encumbrance and the sin which so easily entangles us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, [2] fixing our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of faith, who for the joy set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.

[3] For consider Him who has endured such hostility by sinners against Himself, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart.

Notes:

Substance:

1. The Figure of Speech: “Let us run the race”

2. The Faithfulness of the Believer:          

            1. Have the right direction.

            2. Have the right desire

            3. Have the right determination.

3. The Faith That Finishes:

            1. Endurance wins!

            2. Encouragement from others.

            3. Encumbrances laid aside.

            4. Entanglement with sin must go.

            5. Example to follow.

4. The Final Challenge: “Fix your eyes on Jesus”

            1. The exhortation

            2. The motivation

            3. The consolation