The Cloud of Witnesses

Cloud of Witnesses

“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. And now He’s there, in the place of honor, right alongside God. When you find yourselves flagging in your faith, go over that story again, item by item, that long litany of hostility he plowed through. That will shoot adrenaline into your souls!”   Hebrews 12:1-3The Message (MSG)

Because these Biblical references speak with far more wisdom than I can offer along with my watercolor rendering, I invite you to consider the miracle of being made in the image of a loving, wise, all-merciful and just God. I find comfort in this truth. I hope you will also. And please, share with a friend who may need encouragement.