We have a goal to break a bad habit, to lose some weight, or to pay off our credit cards. They have tasted a bit of success, and they think, This is good enough. They lose their drive to excel, to explore new horizons, to experience vistas they'd never previously imagined possible. Their reluctance to continue is simply because they are satisfied with where they are. It isn't because they aren't able it isn't because the climb is too difficult. Interestingly, after they are full and comfortable, less than half the hikers choose to continue climbing to the top of the mountain. With the mountain as their backdrop, the hikers savor the warm, cozy, picturesque setting. About noon, the weary hikers trudge into the restaurant, peel off their hiking gear, and plop down by the fireplace to have a cup of coffee, or drink some hot chocolate, and eat their lunch. Approximately halfway up the mountain stands a quaint alpine restaurant. They hike for several hours before taking a break. Usually, the group is so excited, they can hardly wait to head up the slopes, to have a group picture taken, and to celebrate their victory. Each morning, the hikers gather at the base of the mountain for a pep talk before starting the climb. Although it is about an eight-hour trek to the summit, anyone with normal walking ability can ascend to the top. The goal is to build camaraderie and to teach teamwork. Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.Ī FAMOUS MOUNTAIN-CLIMBING resort in the Swiss Alps caters to businesses that encourage their employees to hike up the mountain trails together. S CRIPTURE R EADING FOR Y OUR B EST L IFE N OW Hebrews 11:8-40
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