Running Your Own Race

So many people today spend valuable time and energy trying to make everyone around them happy. They want to be accepted and affirmed. There’s nothing really wrong with that, as long as you don’t let the opinions of others become your focus or distract you from what God has called you to. The bible says, “Do you not know that those who run in a race all run, but only one receives the prize? Run in such a way that you may obtain it.”

If you’ve ever watched a race, when the competitors run you don’t see them looking around at the other runners wondering how they’re doing. No, they have their mind focused on one thing – the finish line. They don’t waste valuable energy comparing themselves or wondering what’s going on around them. Instead, they focus on winning the prize. This is how we should be in life, focused on winning the prize of God’s reward.

My challenge to you today is, run your race. Don’t let people squeeze you into their mold. Remember, you don’t have to play up to people. You don’t have to worry about what everyone else thinks. As long as you’re being true to what God has put in your heart, you don’t have to look at those around you for validation. Stay focused on your goals. Run your race and honor God in everything that you do. When you keep your eyes fixed on Him and His plan for your life He has promised to bless you and everything you touch!