2009-10-02T15:45:44-05:00 GCI info@gospel.com /feeds/topics/witnesses/ http://biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Hebrews%2012:1&version=NIV 2009-10-02T15:45:44-05:00 In several places in the New Testament, the Christian walk is described as a race to be run. Running in a race requires perseverance, training, and commitment--the parallels to the Christian life are clear: we should rid ourselves of all hindrances and weights holding us back. http://hutchcraft.com/a-word-with-you/your-most-important-relationship/the-strongest-words-in-the-world-5697 2009-09-09T11:01:27-05:00 Satan, who is the inventor of broken promises, loves it when you join his club. God, the One who never lies, really cares if you keep your promises. If you say you'll do it, do it. Whatever it costs, keep your commitments, because it will cost you a whole lot more not to. http://biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1%20Corinthians%2010:1-4&version=NIV 2009-09-03T17:45:21-05:00 It is important for Christians to be aware of the history of the believers who preceded them. We follow the same God and look forward to the same hope as countless believers who have come before us.