Pardon the Mess

April 26, 2021

Ep. BONUS : Praying for our kids: Marked by endurance

Many years ago I trained and ran a half marathon. The end. (Not really, but kind of.) 

In doing so I learned a whole lot about what it takes to build endurance so that you can run the race well. I also learned a lot about chafing—but I digress. 

The Christian life is like a marathon in that it requires significant endurance if we’re going to make it through the obstacles we face along the way. Having endurance in the context of our faith means we’re always in training mode, getting ready for the hard places of discouragement and suffering that will challenge our readiness for the race. 

Practically speaking, we build up endurance by staying true to the basics: things like spending daily time with God, finding Christian community, memorizing Scripture, and seeking discipleship. 

This week, we’re praying for our kids to run their spiritual races with endurance. We’re praying that they keep their eyes on Jesus, setting aside anything that weighs them down or keeps them from running effectively. 

Take a quick moment to listen today and pray with me, and enjoy a few insights into my short stint as a “runner.”