Ye did run well; who did hinder you that ye should not obey the truth? — Galatians 5:7

NEVER censure indiscriminately. Admit and praise that which is good that you may the more effectually rebuke the evil. Paul did not hesitate to praise the Galatians and say, "Ye did run well."

It is a source of much pleasure to see saints running well. To do this, they must run in the right road, straight forward, perseveringly, at the top of their pace, with their eye on Christ, etc.

It is a great grief when such are hindered or put off the road.

The way is the truth, and the running is obedience. Men are hindered when they cease to obey the truth.

It may be helpful to try and find out who has hindered us in our race.