And let us run with endurance the race God has set before us. We do this by keeping our eyes on Jesus, the champion who initiates and perfects our faith. ~ Hebrews 12:1b-2a (NLT)
KEY IDEA: Don't give up and quit. Instead be encouraged to continue by keeping your eyes firmly fixed on Jesus.
Lord Jesus, you are the champion runner. You didn't give up but ran the whole race so that we could enjoy the prize of new life with you. I don't have the stamina I should have. I give up too easily. But I am in training so that I can run the whole race and into your waiting arms. Thank you for cheering me on. Amen.