RUNNING YOUR RACE DON’T GET A CRAMP

Training For A Sprint Decide where you’re going to run Jog one or two laps around the track Stretch Determine the time and length of the sprint First sprint 70% of intensity then increase Rest 2-5 minutes in between sprints Cool down

Training For Hurdles Quick Start Minimize time from start to first hurdle Manage your steps Minimize time fo3 steps between hurdle Minimize hurdle clearing time Get the most out of the hurdle clearance

Training For Long Distance Start slowly Add incline Stretch Your Muscles Eat Properly Drink Enough Fluids

Preventing A Cramp Reduce exercise intensity Run Steady Combination Workouts Strengthening Exercises

The Christian Race is a Long Distance Race 24. Don’t you realize that in a race everyone runs, but only one person gets the prize, so run to win! 25. All athletes are disciplined in their training. They do it to win a prize that will fade away, but we do it for an eternal prize. 26. So, I run with purpose in every step. I am not just shadowboxing. 27. I discipline my body like an athlete, training it to do what it should. Otherwise, I fear that after preaching to others, I myself might be disqualified. (1 Corinthians 9:24-27 NLT)

Winning The Race Requires: Preparation Discipline Self-Denial

Preparation Bible Study Worship of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ Fasting and Praying

Discipline Run with Endurance Love the Lord with your whole heart Obey God’s Commandments Remain Faithful

Self Denial JUST SAY NO! Say NO to your sinful desires Say (I have)NO obligation to do what my sinful nature urges me to do Say NO to friends or situations that lead me from Christ

Don’t Be Disqualified Live a holy life Exercise self-control Endure hardships for Christ’s sake

Galatians 5:7-10 NLT 7. You were running the race so well, who has hindered you back from following the truth? 8. It certainly isn’t God, for He is the one who called you to freedom. 9. This false teaching is like a little yeast that spreads through the whole batch of dough! 10. I’m trusting the Lord to keep you from believing false teaching , God will judge that person, whoever he is, who has been confusing you.

Don’t Catch A Cramp

How NOT to Catch a Cramp Eat well (Jesus is the Bread of Life) Stay Hydrated (Jesus is the Living Water) Consistent in worship Consistent in living a holy life

Receive Your Crown A crown that’s imperishable A crown of righteousness A crown of glory A crown of life You’ve WON Your Race