No practice runs in life

"So I run with purpose in every step. I am not just shadowboxing." 1 Corinthian 9:26 NLT

On October 6, 2019 Dan Robertson crossed the finish line of the MO' Cowbell Marathon, something he thought was impossible two years ago when he was diagnosed with a torn disc in his back and advised by his doctor to give up running. And while Dan did give it up for a while, by God's grace he was able to heal and get back to the sport he so dearly loved. The experience changed his priorities though. "So I now run with purpose in every step" he said. In other words, Dan now runs to glorify the Father and the Great Physician who not only healed him but gave him eternal life.

And you know, when it comes to running "with purpose," our purpose or intention or objective should always be to lead others to Christ-something we do when we run the race well, disciplining ourselves both physically, spiritually and mentally to follow Christ and let His light shine through us. You see, there are no 'practice runs' in life. You and I only get one chance to make our time count and the only way we do that is by keeping our eyes on the finish line and living each day in preparation to reach it and lead others to do the same. 

So live each day "with purpose" my friend, doing only those things that will make an eternal difference in the lives of those around you so when the race is over, you will have no regrets and will finally hear the words you long to hear, "Well done, good and faithful servant."

Heavenly Father, thank you for the reminder that there are no practice runs in life. We only have one chance to make a difference and will be held accountable for both the things we did do and the things we didn't do. Give us an urgency Lord to glorify You in all we do that others might see You in us and be drawn to the foot of the Cross. It's in your precious name we pray Jesus. Amen. 

Happy Running!!!

This is not a test - Toby Mac