# Hindrances in the Race

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Podcast: [MY Devotional: Daily Biblical Encouragement & Prayer from Leading The Way](https://stenobird.com/podcast/my-devotional-daily-biblical-encouragement-prayer-from-leading-the-way-5638402)
Published: 2026-08-28T10:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

The Christian life is a marathon of faith, and unnecessary spiritual baggage can keep us from running well. Dr. Michael Youssef encourages believers to throw off sin, worry, bitterness, and distraction—and to fix their eyes on Jesus, who gives us strength to persevere to the finish line.

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