Be Inspired To Always Win
Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended:
but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind,
and reaching forth unto those things which are before, I press toward the mark
for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus (Philippians 3:13-14).
Consider a classroom of students studying the
same course. Among them, some are reading
very hard, so they don’t fail the exams. Perhaps they
had failed in some previous exams. Then you have
these other students who are reading very hard as
well, because they want to have excellent grades. They
want to win a prize.
Though all these students are reading hard, their
motivations are different. And this is how it is in life. That
someone is working so hard doesn’t mean he’s in the
right direction. It all depends on what his inspiration is.
You should always be inspired by the dream of success,
and not the fear of failure. Refuse to be haunted by
past mistakes; rather, be challenged by the opportunity
of a greater future. Many whine and grumble about
their past, sorrowing about their past, wondering what
to do about their past, instead of looking at the future
with the hope and the opportunities it presents for
greater success.
Irrespective of the challenges or shortcomings
experienced in the past, be inspired by the joy of
winning. See the bright and glorious future ahead. Get
into the New Year with this mind-set. Paul said, “…
this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are
behind, and reaching forth unto those things which
are before, I press toward the mark for the prize...”
Don’t think failure. Don’t think defeat. Launch out
into the year with the power of the Spirit, seeing only
victories and endless possibilities.
You’re born to win; and the Lord is leading you
on a victory parade. Forget the past; take a hold of
your future, and win!
Confession
Dear Lord, you’ve equipped me with strength. You made my feet
like the feet of a deer and set me secure on the heights. You’re
the strength and glory of my life! In you I live, and move and
have my being. I’m triumphant today and always by your Spirit.
Hallelujah!
Further study:
Isaiah 43:18-19; Philippians 3:13-14
1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Matthew 24:1-35
exodus 26-27
2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Matthew 12:10-21
Genesis 34