Are we trying our hardest to run the race of life to win?Today's Scripture:
Do you not know that those who run in a race all run, but one receives the prize? Run in such a way that you may obtain it.
~1 Corinthians 9:24
Often, the difference between the runner who wins and the runner who loses is the motivation of the runner. The trophies or medals are not enough to motivate the tenacity needed for marathon or triathlete I tell this from my own personal experience.
However, more intangible rewards, such as integrity, compassion, courage, can be the fuel that keeps the runner in the race to win. An inner motivation must fuel the leader to run a winning race.
Without a goal, you have no reason to press toward what lies ahead. You can create goals for every area of your life, including family and spiritual goals. Equally as important as the goal is the real reward of achieving the goal. What you really want to gain from the experience is sometimes more than the superficial tangible prize. If your goal is to be the best sales person so you could win a cruise for your family, your success would be not for prestige or the honor of being the best but the motivating fuel would be your love for your family.
In leadership and in life, the goal is to finish your race. The way that you run your race will determine if your run was worthy of obtaining your prize. Your faithfulness to God and your commitment to others will help you to achieve success in your race. Run your race to win.
Selah people' and friends set three goals for yourself this week. For each goal, think of the character traits that you will need to move you toward achieving that goal. Target those traits and run your race to win, not just to finish.
"Peace be yours as you give 100% in this race called life."
Your pastor,
Rev Patrick Muston
Posts
