Faith Help.

Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us. Hebrews 12:1

The system of apprenticeship was first developed in the Middle Ages. Experienced craftsmen could employ young men (in some cases as young as fourteen). These young men would live in the household of the master craftsmen and over time learn the trade. Although some professions still employ a form of apprenticeship, in modern times we often use the internship model where during formal education young people work in a professional environment in order to gain exposure and some training. As Christians, we should seek out those who are mature in the Faith and learn the behavior and practice of living Godly lives.

The book of Hebrews is a book encouraging those who have become converted to continue in the faith. It outlines examples of faith throughout biblical history. When we feel weak. When we feel we are losing our sense of purpose. When we sense ourselves faltering in our resolve. When we start to become cynical. We can meditate on those who we have known that stood strong and endured hardships, but still kept the faith. Many of the older members of our churches have stories of perseverance and faith that we should know as these stories can help us when our faith is weak.

I pray that you would find the time to seek out a godly, wise, mature member of your church and listen to what they have to say.

Deacon Larry Woodard