"ATHLETES"

"Similarly, if anyone competes as an athlete, he does not receive the victor's crown unless he competes according to the rules." 2 Timothy 2:5

In case you can't relate to the soldier example, how about an athlete? Next verse he will try a farmer. Peter is also trying to be all things to all people, so he might reach a few. Whether a butcher, a baker or a candlestick maker... it is the same. Discipline, obedience, diligence, hard work, endurance, subservience. All are virtues of those who follow and serve Christ.

So we fight the good fight, we run the race, we sow seeds. The pictures are so consistent in the Bible of how we are to live for Him. It is indeed about finishing the race and being strong by His grace. That victor's crown was purchased with a crown of thorns. So get your head and heart in the game, study the rules, compete well and play fair. We win in the end you know, so live like it.

Living for Him,
Pastor Fred

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