Scripture:
“A true athlete will be disciplined in every respect, practicing constant self-control in order to win a laurel wreath that quickly withers. But we run our race to win a victor’s crown that will last forever.”
1 Corinthians 9:25 TPT
Observation:
Paul compares our lives to an athlete who is disciplined in every aspect and practices self-control in order to win a simple wreath. He then says that we run our race to receive a crown that will never fade, but will last forever. We should therefore be even more disciplined in our lives.
Application:
Paul tells us here that athletes are disciplined in every area of life. I know I am disciplined in some areas of my life, but I’m not disciplined in some areas. I feel the Holy Spirit dealing with me about self-discipline in my physical body. I go up and down in taking care of my body. I do really well at the gym, then fall away from the discipline. I need to be more disciplined because I want to serve the Lord for the long haul.
Prayer:
Lord, help me to live a more disciplined life. Empower me to say no to the things I need to say no to and to do the things that may not feel good, but are good for me. Help me to eat wiser and exercise more often. I want to feel better physically as well and have more energy to do what You have called me to do.
Your Son,
Jeff
No comments:
Post a Comment