³⁹ These were all commended^(A) for their faith, yet none of them received what had been promised,^{(B) 40} since God had planned something better for us so that only together with us^(C) would they be made perfect.^(D)

12 Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run^(E) with perseverance^(F) the race marked out for us, ² fixing our eyes on Jesus,^(G) the pioneer^(H) and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross,^(I) scorning its shame,^(J) and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.^{(K) 3} Consider him who endured such opposition from sinners, so that you will not grow weary^(L) and lose heart.