Was great to have Nigel speaking at our church ABC yesterday. He spoke from Hebrews 12 on laying aside that which hinders; getting rid of sin; running with perseverence; and fixing eyes on Jesus.
'Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, and sin which clings so closely, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking to Jesus, the founder and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is seated at the right hand of the throne of God.'
What a great reminder that we are surrounded, not by spectators, but by those who have also witnessed the truth in Jesus - it is a 'we','us','our' identity and calling.
It is a privilege and a spur to be surrounded by witnesses to Him as we run this race together.
I made a video recently (well Kate did the skilled bits) that I hope captures some of the desire to live together for Jesus - such that all may know of Him! This is Marsden....
'Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, and sin which clings so closely, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking to Jesus, the founder and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is seated at the right hand of the throne of God.'
What a great reminder that we are surrounded, not by spectators, but by those who have also witnessed the truth in Jesus - it is a 'we','us','our' identity and calling.
It is a privilege and a spur to be surrounded by witnesses to Him as we run this race together.
I made a video recently (well Kate did the skilled bits) that I hope captures some of the desire to live together for Jesus - such that all may know of Him! This is Marsden....
There have been some challenges, some really exciting times and great opportunities to witness to our great Saviour and Lord - together. Praise God for that! Changing times ahead...
The privilege of sharing with those around me in witnessing the truth of the Lord Jesus is something I have been reminded of recently with Sueanne's review of her Minty year. Watch her video.
The privilege of sharing with those around me in witnessing the truth of the Lord Jesus is something I have been reminded of recently with Sueanne's review of her Minty year. Watch her video.
a great cloud of witnesses indeed. Praise God!
2 comments:
Goose.
Great to see some of your life over there! Hope the year's starting well!
JB.
oh jbf I miss thee
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