Teamwork

Success in life's endeavors usually involves some dependence on others. Those who try to go it alone soon discover that they don't have all the answers and that the way becomes quite lonely. When God created Adam it wasn't very long before He also created Eve so that they could work together and provide each other with companionship.

In our spiritual life we also need others. Just as in athletic competition there is a need for a coach and the fellow team members, so it is true in the race we run as Christians. In Hebrews 12:7 we read, "If you endure chastening, God deals with you as sons..." Any father will admonish and discipline his son in order to motivate him toward success. The same is true with God, our Father. As a matter of fact the scripture goes on to say that if God does not chasten us that we are "illegitimate and not sons." God is like a coach. He leads, motivates, and corrects us so that we can compete in such a way as to secure victory.

Team members are also invaluable. Hebrews 12:12 indicates that our fellow participants are there to "strengthen the hands which hang down, and the feeble knees, and make straight paths for our feet..." All of us have times when we sense weakness. We need someone to come along and give us support. John Donne said, "No man is an island" and that is especially true when it comes to Christian living. We need each others support.

As you run the race of life look around and discover others from whom you may draw support. Constantly turn to the Coach for guidance. We are not alone.