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Most believers are familiar with the encouragement from Heb. 12:2 to look to Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith.To the Greek culture of the first century this was a vivid picture of an athlete running a race with his eyes on the goal. There is, however, another way to read this verse that is much more intimate. The word picture could be expressed as the locked-on look of a bride and groom as they look intently at each other as they express their covenant vows.
By Elevate Church NHMost believers are familiar with the encouragement from Heb. 12:2 to look to Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith.To the Greek culture of the first century this was a vivid picture of an athlete running a race with his eyes on the goal. There is, however, another way to read this verse that is much more intimate. The word picture could be expressed as the locked-on look of a bride and groom as they look intently at each other as they express their covenant vows.