Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God.
Hebrews 12:2
Explanation:
For the first 3 check out yesterdays post on Hebrews 12:1.
- The focus for the run…Jesus
“Looking unto Jesus…”
All of those faithful people who have gone before are faithful witnesses. None of them come close to Christ. He is the author of our faith. It started with him. He is the finisher of our faith. It all culminates in Him.
How did he run? “Who for the joy that was set before him”
The course set before us…the joy set before Him. What was it? Pleasing his Father and redeeming His people. What did running look like for Jesus? Enduring the cross, despising the shame, and…
- The finish of the run…heaven.
“And is set down at the right hand of the throne of God.”
He purchased our victory for us. He is now with God. He is where we are going to be. He now lives to make intercession for us. Now he is seated in victory. It is finished. Tetalestai.
Application:
- Christ is our ultimate example.
- Christ exemplifies endurance.
- Christ exemplifies focus.
- Christ exemplifies finishing.
- Christ exemplifies obedience.
Response:
Lord, help me to live like Christ today. Help me to run with Him as my focus and my example. I love you, Lord. Amen.