2 Kings 23:1-37; Lamentations 3:1-66; 1 Timothy 6:1-21
Let us run with patience the race that is set before us, looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God. Hebrews 12:1-2
Blind para-Olympian runners run races loosely tied to a seeing guide. This helper matches their speed and stride and shouts directions as their surrogate eyes. Obviously, closeness is required; they must exhibit harmonious cooperation. A partnership like this is an excellent reflection of the Christian’s need to run life’s race closely tethered to our guide: the Lord Jesus Christ. —K. R. Keyser
Guide me, O my great Redeemer, pilgrim through this barren land;
I am weak, but You are mighty; hold me with Your powerful hand. —William Williams