Seek out Partnerships

"I thank my God every time I remember you. In every prayer for all of you, I always pray with joy, because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now," Philippians 1:3-5 BSB

As reported by Runner's World Magazine last week, Saucony launched a new NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) partnership. The shoe brand is teaming up with Galen College of Nursing to provide footwear and financial compensation to four stand-out nurses. On Wednesday, Saucony posted on Instagram that, “The next big NIL deal is coming.” And on Thursday, they revealed that deal: the NIL Student Nurse Initiative. The shoe brand is partnering with Galen College of Nursing to sign four collegiate nursing students to NIL deals. “We've officially signed four new collegiate distance athletes,” Saucony wrote on Instagram. “No, not your traditional endurance athlete, four aspiring nurses @galencollegeofnursing! The average nurse can walk nearly a marathon each week on the job! With this NIL initiative, we’re shining a light on their stories, their successes, and how critically important nurses are to our healthcare ecosystem.”

And you know, when it comes to partnerships that benefit both parties, Paul was deeply thankful to have the “partnership” of the believers in Philippi who helped him spread the gospel through their friendships and financial support; something they provided “from the first day until now.” They didn’t wait to see if Paul was an “above average” guy before they supported him either. They recognized his passion and love for God and got behind Paul and his ministry early, seeing how critically important it was to the advancement of the church.   

So be sure to thank God for all you have my friend and then look for ways you can use what you have (time, talents, and treasures) to partner with someone else or a group to further the gospel. You could very well be the answer to someone’s prayer. 

Heavenly Father, thank You for reminding us how important partnerships are in furthering the gospel. Cause us to see opportunities to help others with the good things You have blessed us with. It’s in your precious name we pray Jesus. Amen.

Happy Running!