In a recent blog post by Jon Acuff I was astounded to discover that the 2nd Friday of January is known as Quitter's Day. According to the fitness app Strava, who analyzed over 800 million exercise downloads, it appears that most people quit their fitness goals within 2 weeks of the New Year.
I can't vouch for the information, but I guess I can understand that many people can't follow through with their best intentions. So, what makes the difference in the lives of those who persevere? Is it just sheer grit, determination, or something more?
As we venture into the heart of 2024 in our Spiritual lives, what will help us not to quit? I don't believe it is just sheer will power that keeps us holding onto our faith; nor can it only be my determination. It has to include something deeper, surely?
I wonder if it hasn't got something to do with community (small group or Church), encouraging us along the way? And of course, believing in the end goal! Fixing our eyes on Jesus - the author and perfecter of our faith (Hebrews 12).
What would you say keeps you going?
What has helped you in the past?
Let me know your thoughts please.
Living in Grace
D3LM3
3 comments:
Hi Delme, yesterday you asked after my business prospects –today your blog, "The day most people quit!"
This is the staff I lean on:–
Isaiah 40:31 (BSB) But those who wait upon the LORD will renew their strength;
they will mount up with wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary,
they will walk and not faint.
Thanks, my buddy! Ken.
Hey Delme, it is my wonderful Church and its special members that keep me grounded and routed on my Christian path and never thinking of the word QUIT. So so truly blessed to have you and all of them in my life.
Get rest and solace from God instead of quitting......Matthew 11:28-30 “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest."
B:-)
Thanks so much for your thoughts guys and gals. God bless you as you keep persevering. Grace, Delme
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