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Apr 17, 2011

Running to Win (Part 11)

Passage: 2 Kings 2:1-18

Preacher: Travis Fleming

Series:Elijah: A Man Like Us

Detail:

Elijah and Elisha model for us what it takes to run the race of faith and win.  Running to win involves...

1.  Possessing a hard-core devotion.

  • This hard-core devotion involves...
    • Patiently waiting.
    • Passionately working.

2.  Cultivating a humble disposition.

  • A humble disposition requires...
    • Being aware of our weakness.
    • Knowing God's greatness.

3.  Pursuing holy desires.

  • This holy desire involved...
    • Seeking God's power.
    • Serving God's purpose.

4.  Running until our heavenly departure.

  • Our departure will...
    • Increase others' faith.
    • Inspire others to follow.