In the last of the reflections on Hebrews 12:1, we learn that Jesus is the focus of our eyes. He is our sole purpose for the race. Without Jesus there would be no race worth running. In the process of running, there has to be a goal. Runners running the race dream of the finish line and crossing the tape first and finishing the race triumphantly. Our race is based on vision that is up rather than vision that is out.
The writer to the Hebrews further defines Jesus as an example we can look to. Jesus authored (literally pioneered) faith and He perfected it. Without Jesus, there is no faith. Even our faith is inspired by God.
The faith is illustrated in its graphic entirety. It was for the joy set before Him, our rescue. If there was but one of us, He would have pursued us. He endured the cross, despising its shame.
What greater endurance could we have as a model than the God-man enduring a Roman cross and human punishment accompanied by divine punishment? My God, My God, why have you forsaken me was His cry. He rose in triumph and is now sitting at the right hand of the Father. Jesus crossed the finish line and we can too.
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