By Adeshola Abraham
Paul writes: 'I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus. Let us therefore, as many as be perfect [mature], be thus minded: and if in any thing ye be otherwise minded, God shall reveal even this' (Philippians 3:14-15 KJV). Paul describes the Christian as a marksman.
If you have ever fired at a target, you know: (1) Your aim must be unbroken by distractions. When you have the bullseye in your sights, something as insignificant as taking a breath at the wrong moment can make you miss the mark. So Paul is simply saying 'Forget what's behind you and around you and stay focused on winning the prize.' He is not referring to your salvation. Jesus already purchased that and gives it to you freely by grace. No, he is talking about fulfilling your God-given destiny and obtaining the reward that waits beyond it. (2) Your bullet needs the right amount of powder. Otherwise, it will start dropping off before it hits the mark. Are you getting the idea? Your powder is your power! And where does your power come from? The Holy Spirit! Jesus said: 'You shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be witnesses to me in Jerusalem [at home], and in all Judea and Samaria [on the job and in your relationships], and to the end of the earth' (Acts 1:8 NKJV).
I pray as you aim for the mark: You'll not be distracted. All essentials of life that makes one comfortable and focused, the Lord will lavish you with them in Jesus name. Amen.
Good Morning and Blessed Weekend.
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