Endurance starts with fixing our eyes on Jesus, who has already run the race before us. Surrounded by a “great cloud of witnesses,” , namely those who are also redeemed and loved in Christ’s love, we are encouraged to throw off everything that hinders our lives of faith and trust in Him, and live out our mission with boldness and courage. But Jesus doesn't just set the pace—He perfects our faith through His victory over sin and death. Even as He promises we will face trouble, He also assures us that He has overcome the world. Our journey begins not in strength, but in trust.