Looking Unto Jesus
Running with perseverance the race marked out for us.
Fixing our eyes on the pioneer and finisher of faith.
The big idea
Keep your eyes locked on Jesus, who endured the cross for the joy set before Him.
Opening scripture
“Fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross.”
What does “Looking Unto Jesus” walk through?
Looking Unto Jesus
Hebrews 12:2 · KJV
Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross.
In plain English
Fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross.
Living in the Light
This passage from Hebrews reminds us of our eternal hope and daily calling in Christ. Fixing our eyes on the pioneer and finisher of faith. As we walk in this truth, our hearts are filled with courage and peace.
“Keep your eyes locked on Jesus, who endured the cross for the joy set before Him.”
Pray
Lord Jesus, thank You for the truth of Hebrews 12:2. Write it upon my heart and let it guide my steps today. Amen.
Write it down
How can you apply Hebrews 12:2 to your current circumstances?
Go in Faith
May the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit today.
Which passages does this journey use?
One passage, drawn from Hebrews 12:2. Every verse appears here in the King James text with a plain-English line beside it, so you can read it without a commentary open. Allow about 4 minutes for the whole thing, or 4 short sittings.
- Hebrews 12:2
Read any of these in full on the complete KJV, or look the wording up independently at Blue Letter Bible.
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