In a story published by BBC News yesterday, it was reported that "A man who died after crossing the line in a half marathon was an "absolute legend" who will be missed by everyone, his son has said.
Tony Knight, aged in his 70s, suffered a medical episode after completing the 13.1-mile (21km) Potters 'Arf Marathon in Stoke-on-Trent, on Sunday. He was taken to Royal Stoke University Hospital from Fountain Square, Hanley, at about 13:30 BST but died a short time later, West Midlands Ambulance Service confirmed.
Writing on Facebook, his son Matthew said his dad was known for his many years of running in Stoke-on-Trent and became known as "Tony the Tiger" during previous races when he donned a tiger suit. "He was an absolute legend and will be missed by everyone," he said."
“Nevertheless do not rejoice in this, that the spirits are subject to you, but rather rejoice because your names are written in heaven.‘“ Luke 10:20 NKJV
And while being known and remembered as a legend might sound like a worthy pursuit in life, the most worthy pursuit a person could ever embark on is being “known by God,” something that happens when a person loves God and gives their life to Him.
You see, when you and I are “known by God,”(who is the most legendary One of all by the way) we are assured that our “names are written in heaven!” Is that amazing or what? Talk about achieving legendary status! Could there be any higher and more esteemed place for our names to be remembered than Heaven? The best part is... all God's people share in this joy! Isn't that mind-blowing? I mean, it's one thing to know God, the Creator of all things, but it's a whole other thing to be "known by God,” the Lord Almighty and the Maker of the universe.
“He counts the number of the stars; He calls them all by name.” Psalm 147:4 NKJV
“But even the hairs of your head are all counted. Do not fear; you are more valuable than a great number of sparrows.” Luke 12:7 NASB
Think about that for a moment… The same God who counts the number of the stars and calls them ALL by name is the same God who has counted every hair on our heads. And this is the same God who “knows” all those who truly love Him. Wow, right?
So, if you are a follower of Jesus Christ, rejoice my friend! It means you not only have the blessing and honor of serving Him in this lifetime but will spend eternity with Him in the next life! And if you aren’t a follower, won’t you make the decision to give your life to Him today before it’s too late? It will be the BEST decision that you will ever make and willl ensure that you are "known by God."
Heavenly Father, thank You for your Word that clearly tells us that ONLY those who follow You in this life will be known by You in the next life. Help us to spread this Message with the lost that they might be inspired to seek You before it’s too late and to gain the eternal legendary status that all those who are known by You have. It’s in your precious name we pray Jesus. Amen.
Happy Running!
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