The Race of My Life

"Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one receives the prize? So run that you may obtain it. Every athlete exercises self-control in all things. They do it to receive a perishable wreath, but we an imperishable. So I do not run aimlessly; I do not box as one beating the air. But I discipline my body and keep it under control, lest after preaching to others I myself should be disqualified." (1 Corinthians 9:24-27 ESV)

As I take time to contemplate 2011, I am overwhelmed by the "prizes" I have received: God's goodness and blessing poured out for me and my family. I am also acutely aware of how I stray from the path of His best for me.


In 2012, my desire is to run the race He has planned for me - for His glory:

• Run that I may obtain the prize; "Well done, good and faithful servant."
• Exercise self-control in ALL things; eating and speaking are my troublesome areas.
• NOT run aimlessly, but with purpose;  the harvest is plentiful.
• Discipline my body and keep it under control; "Or do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you, whom you have from God? You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. So glorify God in your body."

This is my "50th Year Great Adventure with God" :

Memory Verse Monday - Scripture Memory Verse of the week

Training Tuesday - Training progress for health and fitness - 5Ks, 10Ks, Triathlon?, half  marathon, marathon? (OK, now that's a stretch!) 

Weight-Watch Wednesday - Weight loss progress

Thankful Thursday - "God Sightings" as Pastor Ty labeled it. Where and how God showed up during the week.

Fun Times Friday - Making a priority to have fun with friends, family, co-workers, colleagues, neighbors.

SongSpiration Saturday/Sunday - Music that inspired me during the week.





Lord,
Work a new thing in me this new year.