Theme: Finishing Well

Verse: Acts 20:24

It’s not how you start that’s important, but how you finish.  Attributed to Army Reservist and Christian Author, Jim George.

On January 1, 2019, the St Louis Blues had the worst record in the National Hockey League.  Later that year on June 1, the Washington Nationals were in 4th place and eight games out of first place in the National League East Division of Major League Baseball.  Neither of these situations screamed eventual League Champion, but that is exactly what happened for both of those teams that season.  In both cases, this was their first, and to date only, championship.

Paul often addressed crowds often using running metaphors. In our feature verse, he said, “My only aim is to finish the race and complete the task the Lord Jesus has given me - the task of testifying to the good news of God’s grace.” 

This is an invitation for us to focus on the finish line, whether that is in a race or in life. We are all born into different circumstances and our routes will be unique going to diverse destinations. Despite those earthly paths, one destination we all seek is time in heaven with our Father and Lord, and Savior Jesus Christ. 

We have no idea how many races we have left in us, so try each time you are in one to FINISH WELL!  See you at the “post-race” celebration!

Have a great week! 

Adapted from Walk, Run, Soar by Dorina Gilmore Young