struggles

Be patient and press on, forgetting yesterday’s struggles. Remain in the present with Us. You have a great cloud of witnesses who have run the race and understand the pressures. They are cheering you on. Do not grow weary. Lean on Us. You can do nothing without Us, but with Us . . . no limits . . . you can even fight the tempter with Our help. Keep coming to Us in rest and peace. Hebrews 12:1 Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off every encumbrance and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with endurance the race set out for us. 2 Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer 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. 3 Consider Him who endured such hostility from sinners, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart. 2 Timothy 2:1You therefore, my child, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. 2 And the things that you have heard me say among many witnesses, entrust these to faithful men who will be qualified to teach others as well. 3 Join me in suffering, like a good soldier of Christ Jesus. 4 A soldier refrains from entangling himself in civilian affairs, in order to please the one who enlisted him. 5 Likewise, a contender does not receive the crown unless he competes according to the rules. 6 The hardworking farmer should be the first to receive his share of the crops. 7 Consider what I am saying, for the Lord will give you insight into all things.