To be a winner

To win you must have discipline – 1 Cor 9:25-26

Vs 25 – The secret of being a winner is that you exercise self -control and self- discipline.  An athlete exercises self control in all things and they do this for a perishable wreath or crown.  They do for recognition and fame.  We do for an imperishable crown.  We do it for those wonderful words, “Well done though good and faithful servant, enter into my rest.”  

Vs 26 – Paul does not run aimlessly.  He has a goal, plan and aim.  He does not box as a person beating the air.  He will waste his effort and we should either.  There must be a focus, goal and plan.  We must remember why we are doing this and for who.  There are rewards for the overcomer, conqueror and victor.  Jesus has done everything for us and now we must do our part.