Strict Training

I have said it before and I will say it again and again and again:
I don't like exercise!

I have once again made the commitment to get in shape. Anyone else out there identify with me? The "once again" part. I mean really, why does it have to be so funless ( I know I just made that word up.) and so boring. I have tried everything from Tae Bo to Pilates. Now, I am on the treadmill. I am not in it for weight loss I am in it for the cardio workout and to have a more toned body. It is truly a discipline and an act of the will. To be successful, it also calls for accountability. Sound familiar? This is very much like our walk with the Lord: discipline, act of will and accountability.

While I was grumbling on the treadmill today, I could not help but think of many things. First, I was reminded by a friend (with whom I called to listen to my complaining while on the treadmill, pitiful, huh?) that I need to be thankful for the ability to exercise. She is my Polly Anna friend.

Second, this Polly Anna advised me to pray to enjoy exercise. This ladies, will be very hard but I believe God answers the earnest prayers of His children. So, I will add this to my prayer regime each morning.

And lastly I thought of Paul's letter to the Corinthians:

"Everyone who competes in the games goes into strict training. They do it to get a crown that will not last; but we do it to get a crown that will last forever." 2 Corinthians 9:25

I realize life is not a game but I want my prize, a prize that will last forever. My training is strict, on the job training. It excites me to think that one day I will have my prize and lay it at feet of my Savior. What an awards ceremony that will be!!

For His Renown