The Cloud of Witnesses
Saturday, November 29
Hebrews 12:1 (NKJV)
“Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us,”
Devoción
The cloud of witnesses allows us to see how urgent it is to preach, how urgent it is to sing, how urgent it is to worship.
We ought not to cut back, lean back, or grow cold. We need urgency to grip our hearts. The elders of eternity who said “yes” to God are watching this generation.
The cloud of witnesses is watching every single move we make. How will we live? How will we preach? How will we give? How will we sacrifice? Living for Jesus Christ takes urgency to grow in a godly environment and to teach our neighbors the Word of God.
As we take our place in this race of faith, may we remember that heaven is cheering us on—not to overwhelm us, but to strengthen our resolve. Their testimonies remind us that the same God who sustained them is the One empowering us today. Let us, then, rise with conviction, casting off every weight, fixing our eyes on Jesus, and stepping boldly into the assignments He has entrusted to us. May urgency be matched with obedience, and may our lives echo loudly among the witnesses who have gone before us, bringing glory to God in our generation.
Oración de hoy
Querido Padre Celestial,
I confess that I have often been excited to carry out the message on Sunday, but by the seventh day of the week, I hardly remember what the excitement was about—much less having a week marked by running after my goals with perseverance. Father, show me the race marked out for me—not some generic “Christian” life, but the specific goals, steps, path, and race marked out for me. Oh Father, may Your Word be a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path. In the Name of Jesus, I pray. Amen.
Aplíquelo hoy mismo
Pastor Franklin shared some of the ways the church is using the donations it receives, toward the end of winning souls for Jesus and demonstrating God’s mercy. It is a serious responsibility. Today, pray for the Free Chapel leadership to have wisdom and integrity in shepherding the human and financial resources placed under their care. Pray that these investments will produce fruit for the Kingdom of God.
Recursos
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