The Journey of a Lifetime
Read: Philippians 3:12-15
Becoming a Christian at the age of 23, I felt like I was always
playing catch-up with other Christians.
I realized that as I grew as a Christian I learned the Christian
language, how to study the Bible, and to pray. Growing into Christian
maturity is not a race against others, but is a race. The race is
more of a marathon than a sprint. As I press on today, during this
Lenten season, I think back to how far I have come.
Learning to let go of things that do not glorify God and harm others.
These things encumbered and burdened. They are not light. It is
easier to run a race when you do not have the weight. Reading my
Bible and prayer have strengthened my race muscles. People who keep
me accountable help me set a pace.
I do not know how long this journey will be, but I can promise you, I
will keep running to the end. I hope you will strive for the finish
line too!
Pastor Keith Lenard, Jr.
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