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“But the one who endures to the end will be saved.” – Matthew 24:13

There’s something about the word endure that feels heavy, isn’t there?

It doesn’t mean sprinting.

It doesn’t mean everything is easy.

It means holding on… when everything in you wants to let go.

The Race Isn’t Won at the Starting Line

Anyone can start strong.

We’ve all had those moments—new goals, fresh motivation, a fire in our spirit. But somewhere along the way, life happens. Fatigue sets in. Disappointment creeps in. Progress slows down.

And that’s where endurance begins.

Because endurance isn’t tested when you feel strong…

It’s proven when you feel like quitting.

A Story to Think About

Imagine a man digging for water.

He digs 10 feet—nothing.

He quits and moves over.

He digs another 10 feet—still nothing.

He quits again.

What he doesn’t realize… is that water was just 2 feet deeper in his first spot.

How often do we quit just before the breakthrough?

Endurance means staying in the place God planted you long enough to see the blessing come through.

Endurance Builds Strength You Can’t Fake

There are some things you can’t learn any other way.

You can’t learn patience without waiting You can’t learn faith without uncertainty You can’t learn endurance without hardship

What you’re going through isn’t wasted—it’s working on you.

Every hard day is building something inside you that easy days never could.

Even When It’s Hard… Keep Going

You may be tired right now.

You may feel like you’ve given everything you’ve got.

You may even be wondering if it’s worth it.

Let me encourage you: Don’t stop now.

If you can’t run—walk If you can’t walk—stand If you can’t stand—lean on God

But whatever you do… don’t quit.

A Little Humor Along the Way

I heard about a man who said,

“I told God I needed strength… so He gave me problems.”

Then he said,

“I asked for patience… so He made me wait.”

Finally, he said,

“I asked for endurance… and now I’m afraid to ask for anything else!”

Sometimes the process isn’t what we expect—but it’s exactly what we need.

Your Finish Line Matters

God isn’t just interested in how you start—He’s watching how you finish.

There’s a reward in finishing.

There’s victory in holding on.

There’s purpose in pressing through.

What you’re facing today is temporary…

But what God is building in you is eternal.

Final Encouragement

You’ve come too far to give up now.

The storm won’t last forever.

The night will turn to morning.

And your endurance will lead you to victory.

Stay faithful. Stay steady. Stay strong.

Because in the end…

Those who endure—win.

Jean Frederick Oberlin, a minister in 18th century Germany, was traveling by foot in winter when he was caught in a severe snowstorm. 

He soon lost his way in the blowing snow and feared he would freeze to death. In despair he sat down, not knowing which way to turn. Just then, a man came along in a wagon and rescued Oberlin. He took him to the next village and made sure he would be cared for. 

As the man prepared to journey on, Oberlin said, “Tell me your name so that I may at least have you in grateful remembrance before God.”

The man, who by now had recognized Oberlin, replied, “You are a minister. Please tell me the name of the Good Samaritan.” Oberlin said, “I cannot do that, for it is not given in the Scriptures.” His benefactor responded, “Until you can tell me his name, please permit me to withhold mine.” 

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2 Kings 4:8-10 And it fell on a day, that Elisha passed to Shunem, where was a great woman; and she constrained him to eat bread. And so it was, that as oft as he passed by, he turned in thither to eat bread. And she said unto her husband, Behold now, I perceive that this is an holy man of God, which passeth by us continually. Let us make a little chamber, I pray thee, on the wall; and let us set for him there a bed, and a table, and a stool, and a candlestick: and it shall be, when he cometh to us, that he shall turn in thither.

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Quote:

3/17–Every single choice we make is either going to enhance the spirit or drain it. Every day we’re either giving ourselves power or taking it away

Story:

Illustration:  A little banyan seed said to a palm tree one day, “I am weary of being tossed about by the wind; let me lodge in your branches.” 

“Remain as long as you like,” was the reply. Soon the tree forgot all about its tiny guest, but the seed did not remain idle.   Immediately it began to work its roots under the bark and into the heart of the trunk itself. 

Finally the tree cried out, “What are you doing?” 

“I’m only the little seed you allowed to rest among your boughs,” came the reply. 

“Get out!” exclaimed the palm. “You’ve become too large and strong!” 

“I cannot leave you now,” said the banyan. “We have grown together, and I would kill you if I tore myself away.” 

The tree tried desperately to shake itself loose, but to no avail. Eventually its graceful leaves turned brown, and its trunk wasted away; but the banyan continued to thrive until its host could no longer be found. 

Scripture:

2 Corinthians 6:14-18

Be ye not unequally yoked together with unbelievers: for what fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness? and what communion hath light with darkness? And what concord hath Christ with Belial? or what part hath he that believeth with an infidel? And what agreement hath the temple of God with idols? for ye are the temple of the living God; as God hath said, I will dwell in them, and walk in them; and I will be their God, and they shall be my people. Wherefore come out from among them, and be ye separate, saith the Lord, and touch not the unclean thing; and I will receive you, And will be a Father unto you, and ye shall be my sons and daughters, saith the Lord Almighty.

Humor:

3/17—One Sunday morning, after a lifeless service, the pastor noticed little Alex was staring up at the large plaque that hung in the foyer of the church. It was covered with names, and small American flags were mounted on either side of it.

The seven-year old had been staring at the plaque for some time, so the pastor walked up, stood beside the boy, and said quietly, “Good morning, Alex.”

“Good morning, pastor,” replied the young man, still focused on the plaque. “Pastor, what is this?” Alex asked.

“Well, son, it’s a memorial to all the young men and women who died in the service,” the pastor said.

They stood together staring at the large plaque. Little Alex shot back, “Which service did they die in–morning or evening?”

My, how we love to argue over worship!

– unknown origin

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If you can’t find five minutes, can you spare one or two?

3/17– Can You Spare A Minute?

3/17–The giants are always at the gate

“Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you.” — 1 Peter 5:7

Anxiety is something nearly everyone faces at some point in life. It creeps in quietly sometimes—through worry about tomorrow, concerns about health, finances, family, or things we simply cannot control. It can feel like carrying a heavy backpack full of stones everywhere you go.

But here is an encouraging truth: anxiety does not have to control your life.

One of the greatest lessons we can learn is that worry rarely solves anything. In fact, many of the things we worry about never even happen. Anxiety tends to magnify problems in our minds and shrink our faith at the same time.

Think about a rocking chair. You can sit in it and rock all day long, but you will never move forward. That’s a lot like anxiety—it keeps you busy mentally, but it doesn’t actually take you anywhere.

Instead of letting anxiety dominate our thoughts, we can choose a better path. We can turn worry into prayer.

When you feel anxiety building, pause for a moment. Take a deep breath. Remind yourself that God already knows what you are facing. Nothing surprises Him. The same God who placed the stars in the sky is fully capable of helping you through whatever is troubling your heart today.

Sometimes the most powerful words you can say are simple ones:

“Lord, I trust You with this.”

That small act of faith can change the entire direction of your day.

It also helps to focus on what is going right in your life. Gratitude has a powerful way of pushing anxiety out the door. When you start counting your blessings instead of your worries, your perspective begins to shift.

You may still face challenges, but you won’t face them alone.

Today, if anxiety tries to creep into your mind, remember this: peace is a choice you can make. Choose to trust. Choose to pray. Choose to believe that better days are ahead.

And take comfort in knowing that the God who carried you through yesterday is the same God walking with you today.

Today’s Encouragement:

Don’t carry tomorrow’s worries today. Trust God with what you cannot control and focus on the blessings right in front of you.

A peaceful heart is stronger than an anxious mind.

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Put on the new man!

Col 3:1-10. If ye then be risen with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ sitteth on the right hand of God. Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth. For ye are dead, and your life is hid with Christ in God. When Christ, who is our life, shall appear, then shall ye also appear with him in glory.
Mortify therefore your members which are upon the earth; fornication, uncleanness, inordinate affection, evil concupiscence, and covetousness, which is idolatry: For which things’ sake the wrath of God cometh on the children of disobedience: In the which ye also walked some time, when ye lived in them.
But now ye also put off all these; anger, wrath, malice, blasphemy, filthy communication out of your mouth. Lie not one to another, seeing that ye have put off the old man with his deeds; And have put on the new man, which is renewed in knowledge after the image of him that created him:

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3/16–Can You Spare A Minute?

3/17–10/19–Think yourself happy–It is a choice you know.  Just like going to the soft drink machine and deciding whether you will choose cola or uncola. 

You can think yourself unhappy or happy.It is your choice.  

The Apostle Paul told the ruler he was standing before that “I think myself happy”  to be able to give the answer he was giving him concerning his convictions.  Why would anyone choose to be unhappy?  

But, it seems that some people are so determined to be unhappy that I hate to interupt them and keep them from what they work so hard at!   It is not the weather, or someone else….it is your decision, yours alone.  

Quit abusing yourself and blaming on someone else.  I think it was Pogo who said I met the enemy, and I knew him…it was myself.

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Quote:

3/16–You and you alone are the only person that can live the life that writes the story that you were meant to tell

Story:

“If an airline disclosed that the pilot for a particular flight was terrible at takeoffs and landings, but was reasonably proficient once the plane was airborne, how many of you would rush to buy a ticket for that flight? Would you change your mind if they offered you a deep discount?”

Scripture:

Philippians 4:13

I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.

Humor:

Ah – an excellent communication in marriage. Who can find it?

The story is told of a wife who returned home from work to find her husband sitting in his favorite chair devouring the local newspaper. After rummaging around in the kitchen for a time, she said, “Honey, I read today that men speak 2000 words a day and women 4000 words each day.”

In a low growl he muttered, “Uh-huh, I wonder why that is?” The newspaper continued to dominate this fellow.

After a pregnant pause, “I guess it’s due to the fact that women have to repeat everything twice to their husbands.”

After finishing a paragraph in the newspaper, this poor fellow responded, “Huh?”

Ah-communication.

Quote:

“It does not matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop.” — Confucius

There is a powerful quality that separates those who succeed from those who give up too soon. That quality is determination.

Determination is the decision to keep moving forward even when things are difficult. It is the quiet voice inside that says, “I will try one more time.” When challenges appear, determination refuses to quit.

Life rarely unfolds exactly the way we plan. There will be setbacks, disappointments, and obstacles along the way. But those moments are not meant to stop us—they are meant to strengthen us.

Think about the person who climbs a mountain. The path is steep, the air gets thinner, and the climb becomes exhausting. Many people turn back before reaching the top. But the determined climber keeps going step by step, knowing that every small step gets them closer to the summit.

Success in life often works the same way. Big accomplishments are rarely the result of one giant leap—they come from many small steps taken with determination.

The Bible speaks about this spirit of perseverance:

“Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.” — Galatians 6:9

That verse reminds us that persistence matters. When we refuse to give up, good things eventually come from our efforts.

Determination doesn’t mean the road will be easy. It simply means you have decided that quitting is not an option. Every time you push through difficulty, your strength grows a little stronger.

Many of the greatest achievements in history happened because someone refused to stop trying. They failed, learned, tried again, and kept going until they succeeded.

Today, if you are facing a challenge, remember this: progress is still progress, no matter how small it seems. Keep taking the next step.

Remember:

Determination turns obstacles into opportunities and setbacks into stepping stones.

And sometimes the greatest victory in life is simply refusing to quit.