"For consider Him that endured such contradiction of sinners against Himself, lest ye be wearied and faint in your minds" (Hebrews 12:3).

The Christian life and ministry can grow wearisome and hard at times, but with Christ Himself as our example, the Lord admonishes us not to faint, but always to press on.

"And beside this, giving all diligence, add to your faith virtue; and to virtue knowledge" (II Peter 1:5).

"My son, forget not my law; but let thine heart keep my commandments" (Proverbs 3:1).

"The pastures are clothed with flocks; the valleys also are covered over with corn; they shout for joy, they also sing" (Psalm 65:13).

"I must work the works of Him that sent me, while it is day: the night cometh, when no man can work" (John 9:4).