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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 12:1–3
I was a sophomore in undergrad when I failed my first exam in organic
chemistry. I stared in disbelief at all the red ink from the professor’s corrections.
I was hit with panic, anxiety, and worry. I was 19, and sure I had heard God’s voice
that I was supposed to go to Pharmacy School. Until I received that grade.
I’m never going to become a pharmacist. How could I ever be so stupid to think
this was God’s plan for me?

Have you been there too? You are positive you know God’s plan for you, and
then something happens, and you’re not so sure. I wanted to throw in the towel.
I wanted to give up. I wanted a new plan.
My professor reminded me of this verse in Hebrews. When I became a Christian,
I was never guaranteed an easier life. Just because life is hard does not mean we
stop going. Even if God’s plan is different, when we set our eyes on Him and
continue to run the race, we will run and not grow weary.
Many exams and a few years later, I’m in Pharmacy School, holding fast to the
promise I can put aside the weight of pressure, and run with endurance as I look
to Jesus.

Lord, help us all to run the race of endurance, trusting in Your promises,
knowing that we will not grow weary with You by our side.
– Stephanie Wu

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