PB2

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2. Run With Focus
3. Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses [who by faith have testified to the truth of God’s absolute faithfulness], stripping off every unnecessary weight and the sin which so easily and cleverly entangles us, let us run with endurance and active persistence the race that is set before us, [looking away from all that will distract us and] focusing our eyes Hebrews 12:1-2 (AMP)
4. on Jesus, who is the Author and Perfecter of faith [the first incentive for our belief and the One who brings our faith to maturity], who for the joy [of accomplishing the goal] set before Him endured the cross, disregarding the shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God [revealing His deity, His authority, and the completion of His work]. Hebrews 12:1-2 (AMP)
5. We are not on our own.
6. We dress according to the occasion.
7. We contend with endurance.
8. “There are better starters than me but I’m a strong finisher.” Usain Bolt
9. Draw near to what you have been called to do.
10. Build on what others have done.
11. Protect and increase what has already been achieved.
12. Salvage what others have tried to destroy.
13. Set your mind on things above, not on things on the earth. Colossians 3:2
14. And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Romans 12:2
15. “A lot of legends, a lot of people, have come before me. But this is my time.” Usain Bolt