Hebrews 12:2 says, “Looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.”

Jesus endured because His eyes were fixed on His inheritance ~ us. His words, “It is finished” echo in the hearts of those who have received His gift of eternal life. Hebrews 7:25 says, “Therefore He is able to save to the uttermost those who come to God through Him, since He always lives to make intercession for them.” He is right now praying for us!

Jesus is our example of endurance. Hebrews 10:36 is our reminder. It says, “For you have need of endurance, so that after you have done the will of God you may receive the promise.”