Endurance isn’t about gritting your teeth — it’s about fixing your eyes on Jesus when quitting looks easier. In this episode, we dive into Hebrews 12:1–2, expose why culture crowns sprinters but Jesus crowns finishers, and get real about building faith that lasts when the enemy roars back. Grab your Shield of Faith — because the race isn’t won in the first lap, it’s won at the finish line.

Lyrics:

“Eyes on Jesus”

[Intro]The race is long, the road is steep,But the promise is mine to keep.

[Verse 1]When the arrows fly and the night feels long,I’ll lift my shield and I’ll sing this song.Not by my strength, but His alone,The finisher sits upon the throne.

[Chorus]Eyes on Jesus, I will run,Step by step till the race is done.Faith my shield, His Word my light,I’ll hold the line, I will not lose sight.

[Verse 2]The crowd may fade, the fire may die,But hope still burns in the Father’s eyes.Every step is worship, every breath a prayer,Endurance proves His Spirit’s there.

[Pre-Chorus]I won’t retreat, I won’t give in,The finish line is where we win.

[Chorus]Eyes on Jesus, I will run,Step by step till the race is done.Faith my shield, His Word my light,I’ll hold the line, I will not lose sight.

[Bridge]I will not quit, I will not fall,My crown awaits, I hear His call.Through fire and storm, His truth remains,His victory flows in my veins.

[Chorus – repeat, stronger]Eyes on Jesus, I will run,Step by step till the race is done.Faith my shield, His Word my light,I’ll hold the line, I will not lose sight.

[Outro]The race is long, the road is steep,But the crown of life is mine to keep.

Battle Cry:

I will run with endurance,Eyes fixed on Jesus.I will not drop my shield,For faith is my defense.I will finish the race,Strong in His strength.

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