Maintain the faithful pace that you have already set. Don't let competitors distract you and steal the trophy that is rightfully yours. That trophy is the reward for finishing well. ~ Revelation 3:11b (ABP)
Dear God,
THANKS: I am thankful for the opportunity to serve you.
REGRETS: But there are times when I let competing desires and matters distract me from applying myself more fully to the race. I know that you are not angry with me but that in your love you are concerned that my stumbling might ruin my chance to strongly cross the finish line.
INTERCESSION: Help me to stay focused on you -- to remain faithful to the training and the race which I run with the energy that you have provided.
PURPOSE: Cheered along by Christ Jesus I'm going to be a faithful finisher -- regardless of the challenges that come my way.
Amen.