Faith is the reality of things hoped for, the proof of things not seen. It was their faith that made our ancestors reach for the heavens.
Because of faith, Noah built the ark and received the rainbow sign.
Because of faith, Abraham left his homeland and set out for a country he had never seen.
Because of faith, Moses left Egypt and Miriam hurled Pharoah’s horse and rider into the sea.
Because of faith, Joshua circled the city of Jericho and the walls came tumbling down.
Because of faith Rosa sat, Martin marched, and John Lewis knelt to pray.
Because of faith, Mandela persevered, Zelensky held fast.
What else can I say? There isn’t enough time to tell about all the prophets: Harriet Tubman, Susan B. Anthony, Ida B. Wells and Fanny Lou Hamer; Mohandas Gandhi, Dietrich Bonhoeffer, Oscar Romero, and Harvey Milk. Many were tortured, others beaten, and some chained in jail. Their faith helped them conquer kingdoms, and because they did right, they were pleasing unto God.
Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight and the sin that clings so closely, and let us run with perseverance the race that is set before us.
Lift up your drooping hands and strengthen your weak knees, and make straight the paths for your feet. Pursue peace.
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