Monday, April 2, 2018

Dear Young Christian:

It seems everybody is trying to win something. Lotteries abound and tickets are available at every convenience store. Athletes are out to win sports events, politicians are bent on winning votes. Many are trying to win fame and fortune.

The Apostle Paul was out to win as well. He summed it up by saying, “That I may win Christ” (Philippians 3:8). In other words, above all else he wanted Christ’s approval and the Lord’s “well done” (Matthew 25:21). Every other earthly gain or reward paled in comparison to what He had found in Christ. He goes on to say, “I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus” (Philippians 3:14).

There is something else that a believer should be trying to win. “He that winneth souls is wise” (Proverbs 11:30). To win souls for Christ through the gospel is the privilege of everyone who has been won for Christ.

What will you win this week? What will your spiritual score be, when it is all tallied for the Lord’s glory.

 Your Christian Friend,

         Jim Hyland

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