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We're All in This Together

    In this race of life, Paul tells us that we need to have endurance. The Bible makes clear that life will bring difficulties and we desperately need to stay focused on Jesus to complete our work here on earth. But when you are in that battle on your own, it is a challenge beyond what we were meant to bear.

Hebrews 12:1-2 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, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. (NIV)


    We need to be in close community with believers who will keep us focused and encouraged in our walk of faith. And we need to be that person to others! It is easy to fall down under the lies and pressures of the world when you feel like you're the only one standing against them.

Ecclesiastes 4:9-12 Two are better than one, because they have a good reward for their toil. For if they fall, one will lift up his fellow. But woe to him who is alone when he falls and has not another to lift him up! Again, if two lie together, they keep warm, but how can one keep warm alone? And though a man might prevail against one who is alone, two will withstand him—a threefold cord is not quickly broken. (ESV)

    It should be natural for us to be actively involved in our fellow believers lives. We should be able to pick up the phone and call someone to shine a light when we are feeling lost in darkness. Additionally, we need to be praying for one another, empowering others with strength from the Lord!

Ephesians 6:18 Praying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication. To that end keep alert with all perseverance, making supplication for all the saints (ESV)

   When we stand together Satan doesn't stand a chance. When he sees someone off by themselves, he attacks. Don't leave anyone behind to face destruction. Instead, help one another and bear each other's burdens like we have been commanded.

John 10:10 The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full (NIV)
Galatians 6:2 Carry each other's burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ. (NIV)

    Today, instead of falling under the spell of darkness when you face difficulties, reach out. Talk to a fellow believer about it and ask for their prayers and encouragement. See if that doesn't turn your whole day back around! Likewise, encourage others who come to you with God's promises and truth. Don't leave a soul behind. We run this race together!

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