Hebrews 12:1-2
“Do you see what this means—all these pioneers who blazed the way, all these veterans cheering us on? It means we’d better get on with it. Strip down, start running—and never quit! No extra spiritual fat, no parasitic sins. Keep your eyes on Jesus, who both began and finished this race we’re in. Study how he did it. Because he never lost sight of where he was headed—that exhilarating finish in and with God—he could put up with anything along the way: Cross, shame, whatever.”
“Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a huge crowd of witnesses to the life of faith, let us strip off every weight that slows us down, especially the sin that so easily trips us up. 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. Because of the joy awaiting him, he endured the cross, disregarding its shame.”
Jesus is my champion! He will lead me to victory. I need to strip down to keep up with him. He will show me how to finish the race of life.
Lord Jesus, keep my eyes on you. Help me to strip down, burn up spiritual fat and step away from the sin that leaches energy from my soul. Specifically, help me loose weight so I can place more energy and mobility at your service.