Run To Win (2)

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1. PART 2
2. 3 “Endure suffering along with me, as a good soldier of Christ Jesus.” 2 TIMOTHY 2:3 NLT
3. 4 “Soldiers don’t get tied up in the affairs of civilian life, for then they cannot please the officer who enlisted them.” 2 TIMOTHY 2:3 NLT
4. 5 “And athletes cannot win the prize unless they follow the rules.” 2 TIMOTHY 2:5 NLT
5. 6 “And hardworking farmers should be the first to enjoy the fruit of their labor.” 2 TIMOTHY 2:6 NLT
6. RIGHT DECISION done repeatedly over time compound SUCCESS
7. WRONG DECISION done repeatedly over time compound FAILURE
8. You are where you are in life, not because of bad luck, not because of a conspiracy against you, not because of bad parentage; but because of the choices you have made.
9. You are where you are in life, not because of bad luck, not because of a conspiracy against you, not because of bad parentage; but because of the choices you have made.
10. Winners take the dream then add sweat, work, diligence, fervency, discipline, and drive to make it happen.
11. TO WIN
12. 24 “Strive to enter through the narrow door [force aside unbelief and the attractions of sin]; LUKE 13:24 AMP
13. 24 “For many, I tell you, will try to enter [by their own works] and will not be able.” LUKE 13:24 AMP
14. Jesus is saying to us that we must make every effort to seek the best course of life.
15. We must seek diligently, for a few ever find it.
16. Now the bible says in so many words that the broad way is easy.
17. Now the bible says in so many words that the broad way is easy.
18. The general thought on this highway is that they are only accountable to themselves, because it’s all about self.
19. Therefore it doesn’t matter how you run on this track, because there is plenty of room for error.
20. For those who choose this path their final end is destruction.
21. Now the bible says in so many words that the broad way is easy.
22. But on the narrow path there is much need for endurance.
23. On the narrow path, we will find that Satan has placed many hidden traps and snares which will cause many difficulties
24. But thank God for Jesus, it is He who helps us endure the struggles along the way.
25. It really matters how you run on this path. Because you realize,
26. Its not ABOUT YOU its about PLEASING GOD
27. You will come to find there isn’t much room for error because narrow is the path and difficult is the way.
28. Narrow is the way that leads to life.
29. Narrow is the way that leads to life.
30. 2 “We do this by keeping our eyes on Jesus, the champion who initiates and perfects our faith. HEBREWS 12:2 NLT
31. 2 “Because of the joy awaiting him, he endured the cross, disregarding its shame.” HEBREWS 12:2 NLT
32. 2 “Now He is seated in the place of honor beside God’s throne.” HEBREWS 12:2 NLT
33. 3 “Think of all the hostility He endured from sinful people; then you won’t become weary and give up.” HEBREWS 12:3 NLT
34. Let’s look at some of the things Jesus endured:
35. He endured the hostilities of the people when all He wanted to do was show them a better way of life.
36. He endured the hostilities of the people when all He wanted to do was show them a better way of life.
37. He endured the false accusations about him when men refused to hear the truth.
38. He endured the hostilities of the people when all He wanted to do was show them a better way of life.
39. He endured the interrogation of the priest as they interrogated him and spite on him and smote him with their hands.
40. He endured the hostilities of the people when all He wanted to do was show them a better way of life.
41. He endure the trials by Pilate even thought Pilate wanted to let him go.
42. He endured the hostilities of the people when all He wanted to do was show them a better way of life.
43. He endured the 39 stripes by which we are healed.
44. He endured the nails that were placed in his hands and the nails that were placed in his feet.
45. He endured the hostilities of the people when all He wanted to do was show them a better way of life.
46. He endured the sword that pierced his side.
47. He endured the hostilities of the people when all He wanted to do was show them a better way of life.
48. He endured dying a shameful death for you and me.
49. SO LET’S PRESS TOWARD the mark for the prize of the HIGH CALLING OF GOD in Christ Jesus
50. And hold on to your faith through the trials and tribulations of life.
51. We are called to ENDURE in order to WIN OUR RACE!
52. TO WIN
53. 7 “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, and I have remained faithful.” 2 TIMOTHY 4:7 NLT
54. 8 “And now the prize awaits me— the crown of righteousness,” 2 TIMOTHY 4:8 NLT
55. 8 “Which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will give me on the day of His return.” 2 TIMOTHY 4:8 NLT
56. 8 “And the prize is not just for me but for all who eagerly look forward to His appearing.” 2 TIMOTHY 4:8 NLT
57. The act of deciding definitely and firmly.
58. PERSEVERANCE A determined continuation, firm and definite act.
59. Perseverance comes from holding on over a period of time after you had setbacks and difficulties.
60. Perseverance comes from holding on over a period of time after you had setbacks and difficulties.
61. Paul gave these words to encourage Timothy and for us to persevere, so that no matter how difficult the fight seems, we can keep fighting.
62. Perseverance is not only needed to go through the trials and tribulations of life,
63. perseverance is also needed as we respond to God’s grace and answers God’s call for discipleship.
64. Life and our Christian walk are more a marathon than a sprint.
65. Our Life and Christian walk Is more like a marathon than a sprint.
66. Every runner knows that if you are ever going to complete a marathon you need to have perseverance.
67. Our struggles as Christ’s follower builds perseverance, perseverance shapes our character.
68. Our struggles as Christ’s follower builds perseverance, and perseverance shapes our character.
69. LET PERSEVERANCE FINISH ITS WORK so that you may be MATURE & COMPLETE
70. NOT LACKING ANYTHING
71. 4 “Let perseverance finish it’s work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything” JAMES 1:4 NIV
72. 12 “Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test,” JAMES 1:12 NIV
73. 12 “That person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love Him.” JAMES 1:12 NIV
74. God wants us mature and be complete, not to keep us from all pain,
75. He’s more interested with our CHARACTER than our comfort
76. The crown of life is like the victory wreath given to winning athletes in the natural.
77. The crown of life is like the victory wreath given to winning athletes in the natural.
78. God’s crown of life is glory and honor here on earth but the reward of eternal life is living with God forever.
79. The way to be in God’s winner circle is by loving Him and staying faithful even under pressure.
80. PERSEVERANCE IN OUR WALK FOR CHRIST is our goal as disciples.
81. God’s Word makes it clear that our perseverance is dependent on our relationship with Christ, and our relationship with other believers.
82. TO WIN
83. 10 “Now, as you can see, the Lord has kept me alive and well as He promised…” JOSHUA 14:10 NLT
84. 10 “For all these forty-five years since Moses made this promise—” JOSHUA 14:10 NLT
85. 10 “Even while Israel wandered in the wilderness. Today I am eighty-five years old.” JOSHUA 14:10 NLT
86. 11 “I am as strong now as I was when Moses sent me on that journey, and I can still travel and fight as well as I could then.” JOSHUA 14:11 NLT
87. 12 “So give me the hill country that the Lord promised me.” JOSHUA 14:12 NLT
88. 12 “You will remember that as scouts we found the descendants of Anak living there in great, walled towns.” JOSHUA 14:12 NLT
89. 12 “But if the Lord is with me, I will drive them out of the land, just as the Lord said.” JOSHUA 14:12 NLT
90. 13 “So Joshua blessed Caleb son of Jephunneh and gave Hebron to him as his portion of land.” JOSHUA 14:13 NLT
91. 14 “Hebron still belongs to the descendants of Caleb son of Jephunneh the Kenizzite” JOSHUA 14:14 NLT
92. 14 “Because he wholeheartedly followed the Lord, the God of Israel.” JOSHUA 14:14 NLT
93. The greatest men and women of the Bible were not super-people but they had great resilience.
94. To be resilient means that you are a person with an ability to bounce back from defeats, discouragements or hardships.
95. RESILIENT a person with an ability to bounce back from defeats, discouragements or hardships.
96. When we think of the people who are most admirable. the resilient one’s always come to mind.
97. Perseverance is not only needed to go through the trials and tribulations of life,
98. These "never say die" folks believe God for His promises regardless of the circumstances.
99. They are filled with an overcoming attitude that expects God to use them regardless of their handicaps.
100. Resigning oneself to defeat is not a normal response for a resilient believer because they know that God is greater than any problem.
101. And His mighty power working through them enables them to do everything God asks them to do with the help of Christ who gives them the strength, wisdom and love to get the job done.
102. Caleb was resilient and faithful from the start.
103. Caleb was resilient and faithful from the start.
104. Here, 45 years later, the land was given to him, his faith was still unwavering.
105. Although his inherited land still had giants, Caleb knew that the Lord would help him conquer them.
106. Like Caleb, we must be resilient and faithful to God, not only at the start of our walk with Him, but throughout our entire life.
107. Like Caleb, we must be resilient and faithful to God, not only at the start of our walk with Him, but throughout our entire life.
108. Job showed resilience after experiencing great hardships by saying, "LORD, now I know you can do all things and no purpose of yours can be thwarted."
109. Like Caleb, we must be resilient and faithful to God, not only at the start of our walk with Him, but throughout our entire life.
110. Timothy showed resilience when the elders looked down on his youthfulness.
111. Paul wrote to Timothy, Do not let anyone look down on you because you are young.
112. 12 “Be in speech, conduct, love, faith and purity, show yourself to be an example to the believers.” 1 TIMOTHY 4:12
113. Peter evidenced great resilience after stumbling badly many times with great shame in the eyes of many.
114. 3 “Eventually, Peter came to the realization,” 2 PETER 1:3
115. 3 “ His divine power has given us everything we need for life and godliness..” 2 PETER 1:3
116. 3 “Through our knowledge of Him who called us by His own glory and goodness." 2 PETER 1:3
117. Christ showed resilience when He resurrected from the dead showing everyone…
118. His power to defeat the world, the flesh, the devil and even death through His resurrection power that is greater than life itself.
119. “After His resurrection Jesus said to the disciples,” MATTHEW 28:19, 20
120. "All power in heaven and earth is given to Me... Go and make disciples of all nations." MATTHEW 28:19, 20
121. Paul showed great resilience throughout his more than 35 years of ministry.
122. "You, however, know all about my teaching, my way of life..” 2 TIMOTHY 3:10 NIV
123. “My purpose, faith, patience, love, endurance,” 2 TIMOTHY 3:10 NIV
124. “Persecutions, sufferings, …..the persecutions I endured. Yet the Lord rescued me from all of them.” 2 TIMOTHY 3:11 NIV
126. JESUS IS OUR GOAL In that we must be committed to be like HIM.
127. That is the reason we run,
128. We are being CONFORMED into HIS IMAGE.
129. A lot of times we think of heaven as our goal, But heaven is already guaranteed to you if you’re a believer.
130. If you’re a Believer, HEAVEN IS YOUR HOME, it’s already yours
131. But we still have A RACE TO RUN.