Hebrews 12: 1 – 3 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. 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. Consider him who endured such opposition from sinful men, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart.

The focus of your struggle is to daily take back territory from the enemy, not just for yourself but for your circle of influence, whether it is your immediate family, friends, acquaintances, your church family or the body of believers at large. The ultimate goal is to fulfill your assignment and bring glory to the name of Christ. Few believers seem to realize that when Jesus taught his disciples to pray: “Thy kingdom come, thy will be done in earth as it is in heaven” it was a directive to mobilize and play their part. The kingdom must first come in your life and mine as we seek to do the will of God.

Make no mistake though, you will encounter opposition at every turn, the important thing is not to focus on the circumstances but on Jesus your captain and listen to his voice. He leads by example. He endured for the joy set before him! That joy was to be at his Father’s right hand again and to bring many sons to glory, that includes you and me. Our faith is vested in the finished work of Christ and his promises. “So do not throw away your confidence; it will be richly rewarded. You need to persevere so that when you have done the will of God, you will receive what he has promised.” (Hebrews 10: 35 – 36).