Expecting easy laurels and the wind at their backs, they quit at the first threat of trouble. They figured this wasn t worth the sweating involved. We seem to believe that life, like our shoes, can appear fashionable while feeling like sneakers. The idea that following Jesus means carefree living ignores the truth about genuine discipleship. The walk of faith is marked first by grace.
Grace is what cools the sweaty feet of faith.
By grace, the Holy Spirit eases our burdens along the road. By grace, God invites doubters to come for a closer look. By grace, even sweaty men, running around like fools, become pillars of faith. By grace, God calls us by name. The walk of faith is marked by God s grace.