
"Therefore, since we are surrounded by so
great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, and sin
which clings so closely, and let us run with endurance the race that
is set before us, looking to Jesus, the founder and perfecter of our
faith, who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross,
despising the shame, and is seated at the right hand of the throne of
God" (Hebrews 12:1–2, ESV).
"But even if you should suffer for
righteousness' sake, you will be blessed. Have no fear
. . .