Usain Bolt is a Jamaican sprinter who holds the record as
the fastest person ever. Nicknamed the “Lightning Bolt,” he has won many
Olympic gold medals and World Championships. Like Bolt, many top
athletes in the world dedicate countless hours to working out, training,
and eating right to obtain their dreams. They make many sacrifices in
their time and activities so that they can stay focused on the prize.
Do
you consider yourself a Christian athlete running the greatest race of
your life? Well, that’s what you are. Right now, countless angels and
saints, along with Jesus and your heavenly Father, are cheering you on.
They want to see you win. They have faith and hope that you can do it,
too! What’s more, you’re not alone. A huge community of believers is
running with you, all reaching for the prize together.
During the
race, Jesus wants you to know him not only as the Savior and Messiah but
as your best friend and trainer! And to help you run, he wants you to
receive his own strength and power, his own encouragement and
excitement. He also wants to see you strengthen your spiritual muscles
as you lend a helping hand, encourage someone who is downcast, and reach
out to share God’s word along the way. He wants to help you be free
from the self-righteousness, moodiness, and impatience that can bog you
down so that you can soar with eagles’ wings!
Jus remember one
thing: This is a marathon, not a sprint! So pace yourself. Don’t think
you’ll attain your goal overnight—or even in the course of one year. Day
after day, Jesus has mapped out a certain portion of the course for you
to run. That’s all you need to worry about. Just keep your eyes fixed
on him, and you’ll find yourself marking mile after mile after joyful
mile. Then, at just the right time, he’ll be there at the finish line,
waiting to hand you your crown.
“I am here to win the race Lord! Crown me with your glory!”
TAKEN FROM: WWW.WAU.ORG
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