Overcomer

I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing.   2 Timothy 4:1-8 KJV   Paul accomplished God’s plan for his life, and it was a walk in the park…wait, that’s not how the story goes. Paul endured suffering, harassment, imprisonment, stoning, and the list goes on, but at the end of his life, he confidently declared, I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith. So, what was his secret to success? Paul learned the keys to being an overcomer. In 2 Timothy, Paul urges believers to overcome life’s challenges by comparing them to the roles of a soldier, a farmer, and an athlete. For farmers, it is essential to be patient and diligent in tending to the seeds that have been planted. Athletes must have discipline to train and overcome obstacl