Verses from the ESV Bible to inspire runners:
1. “Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one receives the prize? So run that you may obtain it.” – 1 Corinthians 9:24
2. “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” – 2 Timothy 4:7
3. “But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint.” – Isaiah 40:31
4. “Let us run with endurance the race that is set before us.” – Hebrews 12:1
5. “For you have need of endurance, so that when you have done the will of God you may receive what is promised.” – Hebrews 10:36
6. “I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus.” – Philippians 3:14
7. “And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us.” – Hebrews 12:1
8. “But as for you, be strong and do not give up, for your work will be rewarded.” – 2 Chronicles 15:7
9. “But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.” – Isaiah 40:31
10. “Commit your work to the Lord, and your plans will be established.” – Proverbs 16:3
These verses can provide encouragement and motivation for runners to persevere and keep their faith strong during their journey.
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