Video of the Day: Clip from the 1994 movie “Forrest Gump”
Bible Verse for the Bible:
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, 2 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, Hebrews 12:1-2.
Biblical Connection:
Forrest Gump appeals to downtrodden individuals who were teased as a child. Forrest’s only friend was Jenny who had her own issues at home which allowed these two to form a special bond growing up. As a former runner, not many athletes ever embrace and fall in love with the concept of running for fun. Yet, when the braces placed on Forrest to straighten out his back break, Forrest is liberated and set free, able to successfully run for his life which opened up doors for Forrest in the future.
Today’s passage immediately follows a chapter known as the Hall of Faith. This highlights people of faith in the Old Testament. After touching on pillars of the Jewish Faith, the author lists other members followed by what they did to make this hall, champions of the faith. If you want to be considered worthy enough, you must throw off anything that is currently entangling you or hindering your Christian faith. Then, run with perseverance, fixing your eyes upon Jesus.
Closing Song:
The Bible compares the Christian life to a marathon. When you run with your head down, you lose sight of where you’re going. By fixing your eyes on Jesus, you’ll see that life is a journey of faith where you may need to run for your life to be set free from sinful addictions. However, as things begin to trip you up, throw off everything that is prohibiting a full stride to keep pace with faith.
by Jay Mankus
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