Pressing On

Have you ever started something with fire in your soul—only to find that same fire dimming over time? Today’s devotional explores what it means to press on in our faith journey even when the road gets rough, the passion fades, and everything in us wants to give up. Whether you're in a spiritual slump or simply tired, this episode reminds you: your race isn't over. Jesus is worth every step.

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🏃‍♀️ What You'll Learn:

• Why passion fades—and what to do when it does

• How to guard your heart from spiritual burnout

• Why remembering God's past faithfulness fuels future perseverance

• How Scripture calls us to run with endurance, not perfection

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Full Transcript Below:

Pressing On

By Megan J. Conner

“Not that I have already obtained all this, or have already arrived at my goal, but I press on to take hold of that for which Christ Jesus took hold of me. Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.” Phil. 3:12-14 (NIV)

Have you ever set an ambitious goal for yourself? One you knew from the start would be a significant undertaking, maybe even life-changing? Perhaps you were inspired by a book you read, a film you watched, or maybe even the passionate pursuit of another as they chased after their dreams. Spurred on by this catalyst, you determined, no matter the cost, you were going to do the thing! 

You create a plan and put it in motion, adjusting your lifestyle, attitude, and even interactions with others to prioritize your aspiration. Every day, you rise early or stay up late, you make the necessary sacrifices, and you chase hard after your new objective. But after a time, the struggle begins to get real.  The new wears off, and what began as an exciting pursuit now feels like drudgery.  You are doing what you’ve done from the start, so what has changed? Your perspective. 

Many of us experience this as we grow and mature in our walks with the Lord. We come to faith with great fervor.  Zealous for the Lord and His Kingdom, we give it all in those early days of salvation.  Like a young couple during their engagement and the honeymoon period, our spiritual lives are brimming wi