Dictionary of Bible Themes Sports engaged in by athletes. Scripture uses the image of running in a race to represent the Christian life. Believers should show similar perseverance as they press on to their heavenly reward. Acts 20:24The Christian life is like running a race See also Galatians 2:2; 5:7Philippians 2:16 1 Timothy 1:18-19 2 Timothy 2:4-5 Christians, like athletes, are to be single-minded See also 1 Corinthians 9:24-27Hebrews 12:1 Christians, like athletes, are to persevere See also Philippians 3:12-141 Timothy 6:12 Revelation 3:11 2 Timothy 4:7-8 The reward at the end of the race of life See also 1 Corinthians 9:25James 1:12 1 Peter 5:4 Revelation 2:10 The "crown" referred to is the garland or wreath awarded to the winner in athletics contests. Ecclesiastes 9:11The race is not necessarily won by the swiftest See also 5179 sandal5280 crown 5389 lending 5498 reward 8142 religion 8207 commitment 8459 perseverance 9410 heaven |
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