Staying focused, staying in the race

Ps Rachel Hanna shared a timely message on staying focused in our race...

Speaking truth and wisdom into someone's life is both possible and worth aspiring to. God will blow your mind with how incredible He is.

And yet we often do just enough, going through the motions. 1 Cor 4:20 tells us the Kingdom of God is more than words, but power available to us.

Let's first realise we are in a race.

✰ SMALL GROUP DISCUSSION TOPIC: Think about a race you have watched or been in. What are the stages of that race that lead to a finishing line? What are the attitudes needed in each stage?

Secondly, you will not win if you don't run.

✰ SMALL GROUP DISCUSSION TOPIC: What are the differences between spectators and racers? How does that relate to our lives as Christians. (See also 1 Cor 9:24.)

Thirdly, if we don't focus, we will not reach our goal.

✰ SMALL GROUP DISCUSSION TOPIC: What does it cost for an athlete to win? What are the costs you face to accomplish your Kingdom life? (See also Hebrews 12:2.)

To run well, be focused on the goal; fixed on Jesus. Feed well. Stay fixed on Him.

And when running, pace yourself. Take the time to enjoy God and soak up His peace, His desire, His joy.