The Race

Hebrews 12:1

Let us cast off every weight now,
As we run to gain the prize;
Looking to our head and Master,
We shall win it, if we’re wise.

God has now conferred the Kingship,
On the shoulders of his Son;
May we follow him forever,
Jesus Christ—beloved one.

The race it does require endurance,
So great a number did begin;
But how many gain the vict’ry,
Sacrificing, every‑thing.

For overcomers, all must be now,
Yes, the pressure has been great;
But soon the Master’ll say, "Well done,"
He’ll call on time—we won’t be late.

How we remember, our example,
That great man—Apostle Paul;
He threw off every sin and weight,
He truly heard the Master’s call.

So many blessings on life’s race course,
Our loving Master, he does send;
So, full of joy, lets run together,
For the great race nears its end.

Rosemary Page
Where Eagles Gather