Running with a Purpose

So I do not run aimlessly; I do not box as one beating the air.

                                             1 Corinthians 9:26

               Living a life worthy of the gospel. Not running aimlessly without a purpose. But striving towards what lies ahead. As Daniel purposed in his heart not to eat the king’s food, so I need to purpose it in my heart to strive with everything I have to accomplish what God has called me to do. Not live a life like one beating the air, taking swings at nothing and getting burnt out with the produce of no fruit. But having a goal, having my eyes set on the prize and bearing fruit along the way. When I try to do this on my own, I fail miserably. I get burnt out and I swing at things that I shouldn’t, trying to make myself look like I have it all together and know what I’m doing, but really I have no idea. I need to realize that the Holy Spirit is there to help me every step of the way. Jesus said before He left to be with the Father that He was leaving a helper for us, and that is the Holy Spirit. An ever present help in trouble and a comfort when I’m weak. I need to look to Him for help and for the strength I need to run with a purpose and box with all I have. For our struggle is not with flesh and blood but with the spiritual realm, there is so much that goes on that we don’t even see. I pray that the Lord would give me wisdom to know how much He intercedes for us and how much I need to always have the full armor of God on. Because that is part of running with a purpose, being prepared and knowing the enemy. I need to be prepared with the armor of God and be aware of who the enemy is in my life.

Application- memorize the armor of God.