Giovanni completed a wonderful training session with a fantastic downhill time. He was in top form and was certain that he would win the race. His opponents were impressed and somewhat sad. His teammate Riccardo, was equally well-prepared, but he didn’t risk everything during his training sessions. He had planned to really turn up the heat at some sections on the day of the race. On that day, Riccardo won the race with an amazing downhill run. He beat all of his competitors by more than a second. When even the last competitor couldn’t beat his time, his victory was certain. Riccardo hadn’t focused on the training, but rather on the race itself.

People who trust in Christ experience something very similar. They are in a kind of training phase on earth and have not yet reached their destination. They know that there is still so much that is not yet how it will one day be. Whoever believes in Jesus and trusts Him is saved and on the winning side. The day is coming when the faith that is now hidden will be revealed.

 Not that I have already obtained all this, or have already arrived at my goal, but I press on to take hold of that for which Christ Jesus took hold of me.

Philippians 3:12

How often is your focus on the goal?

Applicable Bible text: Philippians 3:12-21