Since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, . . . let us run with endurance the race that is set before us. —Hebrews 12:1

All corporations have a board of directors. So do most churches, schools, and nonprofit organizations. But do you have one?

Richard Leider, a career consultant, encourages individuals to choose a personal "board of directors" as part of a plan for maintaining health and vitality. They can be people who are alive today or who lived in the past, known to you personally or only through their writings and accomplishments. They are people from whom you would seek advice.

Wouldn't it be interesting to select a board of directors from the Bible? What counsel would you seek from people like Abraham, Deborah, David, Luke, Peter, or Mary Magdalene? How could their experiences help you make wise choices today?

In Hebrews 11 we read about many heroes of faith from whom we can learn. Their example challenges us to "run with endurance the race that is set before us" (12:1-2). Within the circle of God's people of faith, past and present, is a wealth of help and encouragement for us all.

The chairman of our board of directors must be the Lord Jesus. First and foremost, we look to Him for wisdom and direction. But the other spots are open for appointment. Why not choose your board of directors today?

-DCM

The people of God from Bible days
Can help us through life in many ways;
Those saints of old can give direction
To steer and lead us toward perfection.

-Fitzhugh

Imitate those who imitate Christ.