You Are Not Alone
Tuesday, August 20
You Are Not Alone
Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a huge crowd of witnesses to the life of faith, let us strip off every weight that slows us down, especially the sin that so easily trips us up. And let us run with endurance the race God has set before us. Hebrews 12:1
We are not alone in our journey of faith. The “huge crowd of witnesses” refers to the heroes of faith mentioned in Hebrews 11. Their lives testify to God’s faithfulness and encourage us to persevere. Reflect on the people of faith in your life who inspire you.
We are surrounded by witnesses who have gone before us, showing us that a life of faith is possible and rewarding. These witnesses remind us that God cares and loves each of His children. These witnesses include the heroes of faith mentioned in Hebrews 11—people like Joseph, Abraham, Moses, and Rahab—who trusted God despite incredible challenges. Their lives are testimonies of God’s faithfulness and power. Reflect on how their stories inspire you. Consider the people in your own life who have been examples of faith—perhaps a grandparent, a pastor, or a friend. Their lives remind us that faith is not an isolated journey but a shared experience across generations.
Prayer for today: Dear Lord, thank You for the examples of faith that surround us. Thank You for the cloud of witnesses that surrounds us, both from Scripture and from our own lives. Help us to draw strength and encouragement from them as we run our race. Amen.