Become better

"But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and forever! Amen." 2 Peter 3:18

If becoming a better runner is on your list of resolutions, TIME Health says that strengthening your deep core by doing planks is the one-step way to do it. "In a new study published in the Journal of Biomechanics, the researchers examined the way athletes’ bones and muscles interact when they run. They found that if the deep core muscles-those that run along the length of the spine and sit beneath the muscles that make for a visible six-pack-were slacking, superficial muscles, such as the abdominals, were forced to take on more of the work" leading to earlier fatigue and lessened performance. And the study also showed that strengthening those muscles reduced lower back pain. Who knew planking had such benefits? 

You know, whether we are runners or not, there's one thing we should all be striving to become better, or more effective, at this year... and that’s witnessing to others. I mean how will the lost come to know Jesus if we aren't telling them? But if you're like many Christians and feel you aren't qualified, you can use Peter's one-step solution to change that. Simply make it your resolution to "grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ" by reading the Word and spending time alone with Him every day. And you can be sure this daily exercise will not only lead you to a deeper understanding of who God is, but will give you the confidence and knowledge to tell others about Him as well. 

So while becoming a better runner definitely has benefits for us in this life, we would be wise to remember that becoming a better witness has benefits in this life and the one to come. And not just for us my friend... but for every person that comes to know Jesus because of something we said or did. Now isn't that a great reason to pursue knowledge? 

Heavenly Father, thank you for your Word that gives us everything we need to grow stronger in our faith that we might boldly tell others about the only way to salvation. Help us to remember that the Great Commission was not merely a suggestion but a command for us to go out and make disciples of all nations. Give us a renewed passion to know you Lord and to testify about your amazing grace. It's in your precious name we pray Jesus. Amen. 

Happy Running!!!

Take this city - Everfound

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eog4mqIwn8g

http://time.com/5087662/running-plank-core-exercise/