T R E A S U R E S

Luke 2:19

What are some of the most treasured moments from your sport career?  Are there some souvenirs or mementos from those events?  Where do you keep them?  When you anticipate the coming competitions, how eager are you for their arrival?  Where do you keep your dreams and aspirations?  Today’s scripture reveals the best possible place for safe keeping of such treasures.

In Luke chapter 2 and verse 19 we read about where Mary kept hers, “But Mary treasured up all these things and pondered them in her heart.”  Mary kept her fond memories and her dreams of the future in her heart.  She pondered upon their meaning and significance.  We would do well to do the same. 

Every athlete I’ve ever known has a collection of memorabilia from important competitions.  Your room is probably decorated with trophies, medals, ribbons, championship photos and such.  Your real treasures however are kept in your heart.  It is the repository for memories, friendship and joy.

If you’re the competitors that I believe you are, you also have a treasure chest of dreams for the future.  You look ahead into the future and imagine what the coming season will hold.  That’s good and proper.  Ponder what will be and let your heart lead you to be the best you can be.  Lean into the path of excellence and strength that your coaches have outlined for you. 

As you ponder today’s contest.  Imagine, in your heart, how you will compete and how you will achieve a new set of memories to be treasured.

Bible Reading Plan:
John 19:28-37
Revelation 15
Job 37
Habakkuk 1-3