KIDS: 21 Days of Fasting and PrayerSample

READ: “Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. Consider him who endured such opposition from sinners, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart.”—Hebrews 12:1–3 (NIV)

RESPOND: Just like runners in a race, it can be easy to lose focus and drift off course. But when someone is running in front of you, you know how to run. Jesus is our forerunner! And when we focus our attention on Him, we can run the race marked out for us with perseverance. Ask yourself: What kind of things have hindered me from running the race with endurance? How can I internationally fix my eyes on Jesus today?

PRAY: Lord, help me to throw aside everything that hinders me in my relationship with You. Help me focus so I won’t get distracted by the things of this world and run my race well. Put something in my path today that will return my attention to Christ! Amen.