RUNNING THE RACE TO WIN THE CROWN

All of us are running in the race of life, of which the apostle Paul speaks in 1 Cor. 9:24-27, where he states, “Know ye not that they which run in a race, run all, but one receiveth the prize? So run that ye may obtain.”

Some are seeking, as the apostle declares, a corruptible crown, a crown of this life, it’s money, it’s power, it’s pleasures, it’s way. Others are seeking the incorruptible crown of eternal life, which God desires for everyone, as He has declared ever so many times in His word. He sent His Son into the world to save the world (John 3:16-17; 1 John 4:10-15). He also sent Him to show us how to live, leaving us an example to follow in His steps (1 Pet. 2:21-25), but He has given us His word to lead and guide us (1 Tim. 3:16-17). We are seeking that crown of life that fades not away, and we realize we must keep on running in that race to the end of life, when that incorruptible crown will be given to those who faithfully run and finish. We know that God loves us and cares about us as a loving Father cares about His children, and that there is nothing that God will hold back from us who are faithful to Him. No such promise is given to those who seek the things of this world. Go, and tell others the wonderful story!

Love you, David V. Fultz