
Running the Big Race with Endurance
No matter the obstacles, we run with endurance because our ultimate prize is eternal life in Christ Jesus.
Weekly posts from pastor Jay Johnston to encourage, educate, and equip you with lessons from the Scriptures

No matter the obstacles, we run with endurance because our ultimate prize is eternal life in Christ Jesus.

Let this school year be a time when God’s Word shines brightly in classrooms and homes, guiding attitudes and actions.

That unexpected encounter transformed his life and led to Israel’s deliverance. God interrupted Moses not to hinder him but to fulfill a greater calling.

The psalmist writes, “You make known to me the path of life; in your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore.” (Psalm 16:11, ESV)

Nehemiah 8:10 says, “Do not grieve, for the joy of the Lord is your strength.” By turning to God in prayer, we receive the divine strength to face life’s challenges with a hopeful heart.

Jesus said in Matthew 5:6, “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be filled.” This hunger isn’t physical but spiritual...

Two and a half centuries of freedom, opportunity, and blessings testify to His guiding hand. Yet we recognize that true strength comes not from power or wealth but from humility and dependence on the Lord.

Whether cheering in stadiums, watching from home, or playing on local fields, these moments unite us in joy, hope, and community.

When a father humbly submits to God’s guidance, he not only blesses his family but also honors God. His faith, protection, and encouragement become pillars that hold the home together.

The challenge is clear: Intercessors’ prayers must be both thankful and purposeful. Like Paul, before you ask, thank God for what He is already doing.

When we gather to break bread, we echo the early believers in Acts, who met joyfully, encouraging one another in faith and in life. Every shared meal is an opportunity to celebrate God’s blessings, encourage one another, and build stronger bonds.

Summer camps and Vacation Bible Schools are more than just fun and games. They are sacred moments when seeds of faith are planted and nurtured. These settings provide a safe place for children to encounter God’s Word in fresh ways, to find answers to their questions about faith, and to experience the joy of Christian fellowship.