Looking Unto Jesus

Hebrews 12:1-2

I. Heroes of Faith and Endurance

• The great heroes of faith mentioned in Hebrews 11
• Practical application of their faith to contemporary life
• Running the race with endurance by looking unto Jesus

II. Looking Unto Jesus

• "Looking unto Jesus" refers to faith, not physical sight
• Personal testimony of conversion at a Youth for Christ rally

III. The Christian Journey

• The beginning and end of the Christian journey:
  • Starting with faith in Jesus
  • Ending with seeing Him as He is
• Challenges in maintaining focus on Jesus throughout the journey

IV. Distractions in the Christian Life

1. Self-Examination
   • Peter's initial distraction by looking at himself (Luke 5:1-10)
   • The danger of constant spiritual self-examination without moving forward
   • Importance of looking to the Word of God for self-examination, restoration, and transformation
2. Circumstances
   • Peter walking on water and being distracted by the wind and waves (Matthew 14:22-33)
   • The progression of Peter's faith training through different experiences with Jesus
   • Encouragement to look at circumstances through the lens of faith in Jesus
3. Other Christians
   • Peter's distraction by comparing himself to the beloved disciple (John 21:15-22)
   • Warning against comparing oneself with others in ministry
   • Focus on following Jesus personally and fulfilling one's unique calling

V. Conclusion

• The necessity of keeping eyes on Jesus to avoid distractions
• Encouragement to follow Jesus faithfully despite challenges and distractions
• Closing prayer and reflection on seeking Jesus through His Word and enduring in faith

*The above summary is AI-generated, so discrepancies may exist. Please refer to the audio or video file to verify accuracy.