THE R.A.C.E.

Usually we associate a race with competition or the fastest to a goal.  Racing also means to move or progress swiftly or at full speed. When our heart is racing it may be due to excitement, exercise or a medical condition. Race, also embodies the idea that the human species is divided into distinct groups based on inherited physical and behavioral differences. In this post we will examine race in a different way. Knowing that life is a journey not a destination, gives rise to the question of how to make the journey. Consider the journey as an adventure as we pass through the wilderness of life. Without a detailed map and only basic directions, how can we be expected to reach our goals? The race is more about running it than winning it! Understanding these paradoxes is paramount to having a successful life experience.

Any vessel is created for a purpose as it is molded and refined. After refining and shining it is ready to be used. No one likes to drink from a dirty glass. We all have some familiarity with the routines of life. There is no perfection. It is a constant wash, rinse and repeat. We are our own dishwasher. We must acknowledge that we help to write the script and are the authors of our own lives. Life is impartial we are the reason for why or why not. We cannot change anything that we do not acknowledge. We cannot control anything we fail to take responsibility for or own up to. Denial is the best way to avoid our responsibilities. Everyone must participate in the race regardless of their starting point.  

The word "RACE" can be applied as an acronym. To R.A.C.E.  is to Recognize, then Act, accept Culpability and stay Engaged. Too many of us take time out, time off or sit on the sidelines. The control and responsibility for our lives is NOT in the hands of the government, the doctors, our employers or GOD. These are sources for help. It is only GOD that has pledged to always "HELP" us. We must find a way to refute and fight against one of the worlds biggest lies. The lie is that we are NOT in control of our own destiny! Sometimes we all NEED reassurance. Isolation separates us from consolation and encouragement. No man is an island; find and maintain a real source for support. Remember "A man that hath friends must  show himself friendly." What a friend we have in Jesus!