Finishing the Race

Scripture Acts 20:24 But none of these things move me; nor do I count my life dear to myself, so that I may finish my race with joy, and the ministry which I received from the Lord Jesus, to testify to the gospel of the grace of God.

Observation: I feel I’m on the last leg of my race. I want to finish strong, but doubt continues to plague me and my thoughts get distracted. God has called me to be available to pray for those He puts in my path and to be a light to those He surrounds me with. Even though I’m the one in the race the Holy Spirit is doing most of the work. I need to make sure I don’t get discouraged and listen in case He has another plan for my life. My desire is to finish well.

Application: Satan knows me to well and I get caught up in his schemes at time and lose sight of the finish line. I need to be steadfast in God’s word and stay in contact with Him through my prayers. As the race gets harder, I need to depend on the Holy Spirit to guide me and give me the strength I need.

Prayer Thank You Lord for finding me worthy to even participate in this race. Give me wisdom and guidance to finish well and at the end I may see your face smiling on me. I look forward to your embrace and the words, “Well done good and faithful servant.”.