I know this is a day late, but...
A friend recently shared this scripture with me. I've read it before, but Hebrews 12 is one of those passages that is continually life changing and encouraging. I recommend that everyone take the time to read it.
...1 let us strip off every weight that slows us down, especially the sin that so easily trips us up. And let us run with endurance the race God has set before us...2a Because of the joy awaiting Him, he endured the cross, disregarding its shame...3 think of all the hostility he endured from sinful people; then you won't become weary and give up. 4 You have not yet struggled and fought agonizingly against sin, nor have you yet resisted and withstood to the point of pouring out your own blood.
...5 and have you forgotten the encouraging words God spoke. He said "my child, don't make light of the Lord's discipline, and don't give up when he corrects you. 6 For the Lord disciplines those he loves..."7 As you endure this discipline, remember that God is treating you as his own children...11 no discipline is enjoyable while it is happening- it's painful! But afterward there will be a peaceful harvest of right living for those who are trained in this way...
Keep pushing on!
