Race to the Finish

Race to the Finish

Text: Hebrews 12:1-3 (NIV)

1 Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us. 2 Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before him endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. 3 Consider him who endured such opposition from sinful men, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart.

I.        Introduction:

II.      Run the Race of your Life

A.      Run A Race Laid Out

B.      Run A Race Requiring Endurance

C.      Run A Race  Surrounded by Witnesses

1.       A Great Number: Cloud

2.       A Great Witness: Demonstration

D.      Run A Race Demanding Freedom

1.       Run Free From  Weights

2.       Run Free From Sin

III.   Follow the Personification of your Faith

A.      Focusing on the Example of Faith

1.       Faith from Beginning to End

2.       Faith from Cross to Crown

B.      Finding the Encouragement of Faith

1.       Considering Christ in the Face of Opposition

2.       Finding Heart in the Face of Opposition

IV.    Conclusion: