Get in the Game

How do we move past superficial resolutions and step into real, spirit-led transformation in our spiritual walk?In this sermon on Hebrews 12:1–3, Pastor Aaron Cotton calls believers off the sidelines and into the race of faith. Drawing from the "Hall of Faith" in Hebrews 11, Pastor Aaron unpacks what it means to be surrounded by a great cloud of witnesses and challenged by their examples of conviction. Discover how to throw off every weight and ensnaring sin, wage war against worldly desires through the Spirit, run the course set before you with steady endurance (hupomone), and keep your eyes fixed on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith.In this episode, we cover:A Cloud of Witnesses: Learning from real-life models of faith and conviction who inspire us to live boldly for God.Throwing Off Weights and Sin: Identifying the subtle distractions and besetting sins that hinder our spiritual growth.Waging War on the Flesh: Looking at Colossians 3 to see why true sanctification requires putting off old habits and putting on Christ.Running with Endurance (Hupomone): Understanding that the Christian life is a marathon requiring steady, spirit-empowered perseverance.Looking to Jesus: Finding ultimate strength and joy by considering Christ, who endured the cross, despised the shame, and sat down at the right hand of God.Be sure to follow us:InstagramFacebookYoutube