I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race!

This verse is a declaration from the Apostle Paul regarding his life of commitment and dedication to God‘s call and purposes.

He was finishing his race, a spiritual race he ran with courage and wholehearted commitment to His Lord Jesus. 

This verse shows Paul’s clear understanding that God had a crown of righteousness awaiting him in heaven at the end of that race.

I’m sure he looked back at all he went through, including the numerous persecutions and extremely trying moments.

But he was at peace knowing he ran his race with powerful perseverance and would receive a very rich welcome into the eternal kingdom. Gloria a Dios! 

Paul also wanted to remind all dedicated followers of Jesus Christ they too will be rewarded by the righteous judge, God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ! 

So take comfort in these words and continue to run the race with perseverance and patience, knowing God will reward you in the end! Amen!

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