What's it there for?

James Granger did it again.  His wisdom and words have come up again in my studies of scripture. Whenever you see therefore, you have to ask yourself, WHAT IS IT THERE FOR?   


Welp, here we go 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."  [Hebrews 12:1-3]


I read that passage and I laughed.  I am surrounded by clouds of witnesses, and these witnesses come in packages - packages of FAMILES!  And let me tell you,  God continues to put families in my life. Christ centered, Jesus loving, gospel fighting families who are battling together with their loved ones to further the kingdom of heaven. Each family has their own passion, their own gifts, and their own biblical perspective - but at the root of everything is a man who died on the cross.  Their motivation is His grace, their heart is rooted in His word, and their compassion stems from the hope of spreading the love of God.

Thank you for sharing you life, compassion, listening ears, wisdom and love with me :) It is my hope to have a family, in whatever form it may take on - resembling the fruit and passion of Christ that you have all shown me.


Love to you all and to your beautiful children of God!