Christian life as race

All biblical expressions

Expression type: Word-picture

Simple meaning

Faithful discipleship requires focus, endurance, discipline, and finishing the course.

How to understand this phrase

Keep in mind

The metaphor emphasizes perseverance, not competition that harms other believers.

Where it appears

1 Corinthians 9:24-27Open in Bible Studio →Galatians 2:2Open in Bible Studio →Galatians 5:7Open in Bible Studio →Philippians 2:16Open in Bible Studio →Philippians 3:12-14Open in Bible Studio →2 Timothy 4:7Open in Bible Studio →Hebrews 12:1-2Open in Bible Studio →