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The Power of Perseverance. 

Author: Jefferson Otonbara Imgbi

Date: Monday, October 06, 2025

Key Bible Verse: "And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not."  
— Galatians 6:9

The Series Subtitle: The Power of Perseverance. Part 2

Affirmation: "I will persevere through every challenge, knowing my labour and faith will bring a harvest in due season."

The Sure Word for Today

Day 2: Running the Race with Endurance

The life of faith is not a sprint but a marathon. It requires endurance, the ability to keep moving forward despite fatigue, obstacles, and delays. Hebrews 12:1 encourages us, “Let us run with patience the race that is set before us.” Endurance means pacing yourself, fixing your eyes on the goal, and refusing to be distracted by the weight of temporary struggles.

Paul compared life to a race, reminding us that the crown is not given to those who start fast but to those who finish strong. Endurance keeps you in the race when others give up. It fuels perseverance when results do not appear immediately and strengthens your resolve when challenges pile up. Endurance is proof that your trust is in God’s timing and not in your own speed.

Today, run your race with patience and determination. Do not compare your pace with others. Focus on the finish line that God has set for you. Every step of endurance brings you closer to the reward He has promised.

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Connect (Your Challenge and Response)

Your challenge may be growing weary because your progress feels slow. Your response must be to fix your eyes on God’s goal for your life and keep running with patience.

Extend (Faith in Action)

Take one step today that shows endurance in your race. It could be a prayer, an act of service, or simply staying faithful where you are.

Reflection And Application

Write down one area of life where you feel exhausted. Pray for fresh strength to endure, and remind yourself of the finish line God has set before you.

Inspirational Quote by Jefferson Otonbara Imgbi

"Endurance is the strength to keep running when the race feels long and the finish line seems far away."

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Let Us Pray

Lord, give me the patience and strength to endure the race of life. Help me not to compare myself to others but to run faithfully the course You have set before me. Fill my heart with determination to finish strong. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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Mental Health Conditions          Inspirational Quotes by Jefferson      Mental Illness and Recovery

A Final Thought with Jefferson   The Sure Word Audio and Video Blog Post    Living with Purpose
 
Overcoming Adversity                Faith and Despair               Inspiration for Uncertain Times

Words of Encouragement          The Bible Verse of the Day    Spiritual Motivation

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