The Courageous Run!
June 2012
"I returned, and saw under the sun, that the race is not to the swift, nor the battle to the strong, neither yet bread to the wise, nor yet riches to men of understanding, nor yet favour to men of skill; but time and chance happeneth to them all." Ecclesiastes 9:11
“Do you not know that in a race all of the runners compete, but (only) one receives the prize? So run (your race) that you may lay hold (of the prize) and make it yours!” 1 Corinthians 9:24
If you have ever been to a track meet or race you have seen that sometimes the competitor that is expected to win or is ahead in the beginning does not always win or finish the race. Sometimes the individual who continues to run despite what it looks and feels like and is focused on the finish line and prize wins! In fact, the most successful people are those who have the ability to perceive what is possible, even when it looks impossible! Winners look beyond the obstacle blocking their success and they recognize, through perseverance and faith in what God has said in His Word will result in them ultimately being victorious! What is your dream/desire? What have you been believing God for? It’s time for you with Godly confidence and faith to finish your race. It may seem that everyone else is ahead of you! It may seem that everyone else is more qualified then you! Matter of fact, you may not be qualified at all….but God does not always call those that are qualified…He qualifies those who He calls! Friend, if you are born again, YOU ARE NOT POWERLESS! You have the ability to overcome everything Satan launches against you, finish your race, and win! Don’t compare your life to others! God has chosen you! YOU never have to contend, compete, or compromise! God has appointed and anointed YOU for the particular purpose He has for you! Remember, what God has for YOU is for YOU! No other person can wear your crown, anointing, or fulfill your purpose! So run your race…don’t compare yourself to others, don’t let what is a temporary hindrance or obstacle deter you from the journey, destiny, and prize that God has for you! Today, know that all you need has already been deposited into you by God! Use your faith and make a withdrawal! God has commissioned you to obtain your prize and win! There is nothing wrong with Headquarters…Heaven! There is nothing wrong with our Commander in Chief…Jesus! Feed your faith and let your fears starve to death! Fear brings Satan on the scene, faith brings God on the scene! Take courage and finish your race! You have been commanded to win! Be encouraged!
“Do you not know that in a race all of the runners compete, but (only) one receives the prize? So run (your race) that you may lay hold (of the prize) and make it yours!” 1 Corinthians 9:24
If you have ever been to a track meet or race you have seen that sometimes the competitor that is expected to win or is ahead in the beginning does not always win or finish the race. Sometimes the individual who continues to run despite what it looks and feels like and is focused on the finish line and prize wins! In fact, the most successful people are those who have the ability to perceive what is possible, even when it looks impossible! Winners look beyond the obstacle blocking their success and they recognize, through perseverance and faith in what God has said in His Word will result in them ultimately being victorious! What is your dream/desire? What have you been believing God for? It’s time for you with Godly confidence and faith to finish your race. It may seem that everyone else is ahead of you! It may seem that everyone else is more qualified then you! Matter of fact, you may not be qualified at all….but God does not always call those that are qualified…He qualifies those who He calls! Friend, if you are born again, YOU ARE NOT POWERLESS! You have the ability to overcome everything Satan launches against you, finish your race, and win! Don’t compare your life to others! God has chosen you! YOU never have to contend, compete, or compromise! God has appointed and anointed YOU for the particular purpose He has for you! Remember, what God has for YOU is for YOU! No other person can wear your crown, anointing, or fulfill your purpose! So run your race…don’t compare yourself to others, don’t let what is a temporary hindrance or obstacle deter you from the journey, destiny, and prize that God has for you! Today, know that all you need has already been deposited into you by God! Use your faith and make a withdrawal! God has commissioned you to obtain your prize and win! There is nothing wrong with Headquarters…Heaven! There is nothing wrong with our Commander in Chief…Jesus! Feed your faith and let your fears starve to death! Fear brings Satan on the scene, faith brings God on the scene! Take courage and finish your race! You have been commanded to win! Be encouraged!