Run This Way Part 3

Bible Text: 1 Corinthians 9:24- 27, 2 Timothy 4:7-8 | Preacher: Rev. James Destine | Series: Run This Way | —
Purposelessness is the mental illness of our day.
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[[1 Corinthians 9:24- 27]]
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What is your life’s purpose?
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[[2 Timothy 4:8]]
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Where do I start?
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[[2 Timothy 4:7]]
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You must:
_Fight the good the fight_
_You must finish the race_
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Preparation

_Learn the course_
_Train yourself for it_

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[[ 1 Corinthians 9:25]]
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The Art of Refusal
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[[ 1 Corinthians 9:26]]
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Dedication and Devotion
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Self-control
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[[1 Corinthians 9:27]]
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“The first victory that successful people ever achieve, or win is the victory over themselves.”
John Maxwell
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What areas are in your life you are struggling with?
A. _Sexual_
B. _Speech_
C. _Spending_
D. _Spiritual_
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A. Start with yourself.
_Take responsibility for your personal life_
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B. Start small
_ Identify one or two areas and start there_
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C. Start now
_You must first build your character before you build a career._
_You must first build your character before you build a marriage_
_You must first build your character before you build a ministry_
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“You can’t dog it in spring training and expect to be the MVP of the World Series.
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Start with self. Start small. Start now.
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Living life on purpose will cost you something; not living life on purpose will cost you everything.