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| Team U.S.A. - Women's Gymnastics |
Some qualities that come to mind are a spirit of excellence, resilience, perseverance, relentless determination, total commitment and faith in God. Ability must also be considered, but in my estimation, the difference between a gold medalist and a non-Olympic qualifier is not in ability but rather in the mind, because as a person believes in his heart, so is he. An Olympian has decided in his heart that he is one and simply does what it takes to bring it to pass. Almost any person can be taught a sport, so obviously, something more is required.
Why is it that some athletes are able to qualify for Olympic competition while others do not? Olympians possess an uncommon resolve---they accept no less than being the very best at what they do.
They refuse to compare themselves among themselves, and they compete only against themselves. They never lose sight of their goals. Their visions, (probably written down), are far beyond what they can see with their natural eyes.
We can apply these same principles and become Olympians in our own personal lives. Let's allow God to bring out the olympian in us! He did all things well, and so can we.
Why is it that some athletes are able to qualify for Olympic competition while others do not? Olympians possess an uncommon resolve---they accept no less than being the very best at what they do.
They refuse to compare themselves among themselves, and they compete only against themselves. They never lose sight of their goals. Their visions, (probably written down), are far beyond what they can see with their natural eyes.
We can apply these same principles and become Olympians in our own personal lives. Let's allow God to bring out the olympian in us! He did all things well, and so can we.
Scripture Links: Matthew 19:26; Proverbs 23:7; II Corinthians 10:12; Mark 7:37; Habakkuk 2:2
To Receive Jesus as Lord ad Savior:(Sinner's Prayer) Dear God, I am a sinner. I need a savior. I need Jesus. I believe Jesus died for my sins and rose on the third day. I ask Jesus now to come into my heart and to become Lord over my life. Satan has no more power over me. I say with my mouth that Jesus is Lord. Father, help me to live for you, and thank you for saving me. John 3:16.
To Rededicate Your Life to the Lord (after falling away):Dear Heavenly Father: I confess to you that I have sinned. You said if I confess my sin you are faithful and just to forgive me and to cleanse me from all unrighteousness. I turn away from sin and turn to you, and I ask you to forgive me. I forgive myself also. Father, thank you for forgiving me, remembering my sin no more and allowing me to have right standing with you again. In Jesus' name, AMEN.
