Paul’s metaphorical running of the Christian race was not done mindlessly but with purpose (9:26a).  He set goals for his spiritual growth and worked hard and with commitment to achieve them.  Every decision was consciously made under the parameter of whether it met with God’s revealed will in Scripture (Col. 3:17).  When he failed and committed sin, he purposefully chose to acknowledge his disobedience and repent of it, thus continually receiving grace and forgiveness (1 John 1:7-9; 2 Cor. 7:10-11). Can you and I say the same about our Christianity?… Read More 1 Corinthians: Run To Win The Prize!