Anyone who desires to become a Champion must get into the water to swim, there is a race that must be run by everyone. The championship doesn't come easy, it isn't about fun-fare, it takes rigorous and tireless training to obtain the prize.
There is a Christian race set aside for anyone who desires to become a Champ for Christ, we must go through the necessary training to win the prize and obtain an incorruptible crown.
All athletes practice self-control. Champions endure many a temptation to receive the crown of Life(James 1:12).
Everyone who runs must do so with determination and discipline.
“You've all been to the stadium and seen the athletes race. Everyone runs; one wins. Run to win. All good athletes train hard. They do it for a gold medal that tarnishes and fades. You're after one that's gold eternally. I don't know about you, but I'm running hard for the finish line. I'm giving it everything I've got. No sloppy living for me! I'm staying alert and in top condition. I'm not going to get caught napping, telling everyone else all about it and then missing out myself”[1 Corinthians 9:24-27 MSG]
To win the race is to obtain the crown.
ACTION POINT
Athletes are focused on the race, fix your eyes on the race God has called you to run. Shun all distractions!
PRAYER
Lord, keep me glued to my divine assignment that I will run this race well.
