Finally, we are reminded in Hebrews 12:1 to run our races with perseverance. We will win. We will be victorious. Ida B Wells did not give up the fight. She had to change locations, but she kept on fighting. We won because of her.

Even when it feels like you should give up, there is no way to win, stay with it. Be persistent.  Galatians 6:9 reminds us that we are not to become weary in doing good, because we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. Trust God. Keep going.

Persistence is your inner strength that moves you forward no matter the obstacle. It is the steadfast commitment to the journey. It is the unyielding pursuit of the thing. Ida B Wells Barnett was an example of this. She pursued the desire to tell the story of her people and their search for justice.  She wrote for a newspaper. She taught students. She founded organizations that fought for civil rights. She was unyielding in her pursuit.

Persistence is the quality that allows someone to continue doing something through difficulty or opposition. This is usually not a pleasant experience, but it is usually purposeful.

It is time to dig in and work on our persistence.