Why Do Winners Win?

1 Corinthians 9:23-27

Greek Games

• Wrestling, jumping, javelin, discuss, running, boxing
• Striveth – agonize
• Temperate – Self discipline, self control, self denial

The Apostle Paul

• Acts 20:24
• Philippians 3:7-8
• Philippians 3:12-14 

Philippians 3

• Dissatisfied with the past
• Distractions removed
• Devoted to the mission
• Direction in focus
• Determined to stay on course
• Disciplined to succeed

1 Corinthians 2:1-4 

1 Timothy 4:7-8 

2 Timothy 4:6-8 

1 Corinthians 15:57-58

Application

• Where do I start?
  Start with YOU
• When do I start?NOW
• How do I start? 
  • Develop your priorities
  • Begin practicing self discipline
  • Welcome responsibility
  • Stay focused on the finish line

1 John 5:4