God run with us

You, O Lord, are a shield for me, my glory and the One who lifts up my head. (Psalm 3:3)

Derek Redmond had trained for years to compete in the 1992 Olympics. But while sprinting in a qualifying heat, he pulled a hamstring and crumpled to the track in pain... Derek struggled to his feet. He was hobbling toward the finish line when his father jumped onto the track and joined him. The young runner leaned on his father's shoulder as he staggered to complete the race.... When they crossed the finish line, it was as if the runner, his father, and the cheering spectators had done it together.

It takes all of our spiritual stamina to complete the course of life, but we don't run the course alone. Christ Himself runs with us.