Absorbing God’s Word
“Everyone who competes in the games goes into strict training. They do it to get a crown that will not last, but we do it to get a crown that will last forever.” 1 Corinthians 9:25
Applying God’s Word
Even after the 2024 Olympics, Michael Phelps remains the most medaled Olympian in history with a record 28 medals. He definitely knows what it’s like to be crowned and yet it didn’t bring him lasting happiness. That occurred after reading “The Purpose Driven Life” by Rick Warren and Phelp’s own realization that true happiness comes from knowing God.
My lasting happiness comes from knowing God and introducing His way of life to others.
Accounting of God’s Word
“Challenge” What makes me happy? Have I experienced the lasting happiness that comes from knowing God?