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Divine Dispatch
Acts 20:24
Mission Runners: Finishing the Race for God
Verse Of The Day:
"However, I consider my life worth nothing to me; my only aim is to finish the race and complete the task the Lord Jesus has given me—the task of testifying to the good news of God’s grace." (Acts 20:24)
Imagine being in a race where the most important thing isn’t how fast you run but how determined you are to finish. In Acts 20:24, Paul says that the most important thing in his life is to finish the race God gave him—to tell others about Jesus and His amazing love.
We all have a special “race” that God has given us to run. It’s not a race against others, but a race to live for Jesus and share His good news with the world. Just like a runner focuses on the finish line, we need to focus on doing what God has called us to do, no matter how hard the race gets.
Paul reminds us that sharing God’s love and telling others about Jesus is the greatest mission we can have. When we run our race with faith, we bring joy to God and help others see how much He loves them. Even if the road is tough, God gives us the strength to keep going and finish strong.
Mission Runner Flag Craft:
Create a “Mission Runner Flag” at home! Cut out a flag shape from paper or cardboard and write “Finish the Race” across the top. Decorate the flag with words like “Faith,” “Mission,” “Share God’s Love,” and “Keep Going.” You can use bright colors and symbols like stars or hearts. Wave the flag proudly to remind yourself that you’re running the race God has given you and that He’s helping you finish strong. This craft helps kids understand the importance of staying focused on their mission to share God’s love with others.
Time For A Prayer:
Dear God, thank You for giving us a race to run for You. Help us to stay focused on the mission You’ve given us to share Your love and tell others about Jesus. Give us the strength to keep going, even when the road is tough, and remind us that You are always with us. May we finish the race with joy, knowing that we are living for You. Amen.
Keep running your race, Faith Force Mission Runners! Until our next Divine Dispatch, remember that God has given you a special mission to share His love with the world. Let’s stay focused, run strong, and finish the race He has set before us!