“Therefore, my beloved brethren, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that your labor is not in vain in the Lord.”
I Corinthians 15:58 NKJV
One of my favorite movie franchises of all time is the Rocky series. I’ve always been fascinated with the tales about the beloved boxer with the unwavering heart. He constantly overcomes the odds to win or go the distance. For example, in Rocky IV, there’s a moment during Rocky’s fight with Ivan Drago when Drago laments to his corner that Rocky is “like a piece of iron.” He’s perplexed at how he’s pounding away at Rocky but Rocky won’t surrender.
There are few better metaphors for the Christian life than that moment. We are constantly bombarded with the weapons of the enemy as he tries to destroy what God created. This is especially true when we’re laboring hard for the kingdom. In the 15th chapter of I Corinthians, Paul is combatting one of the enemy’s favorite weapons – false doctrine. He shares the truth with the Corinthians and urges them to keep pressing on, to be steadfast and unwavering in the truth. His charge to them is true for us too. False doctrine is rampant today, as are the other tricks of the enemy. But no matter what the enemy throws our way, we must stand firm and keep pressing forward. From the stiff jabs of worry and shame, to the uppercuts of depression and fear. From the left hooks of false doctrine and deceit, to the body blows of pride and immorality. No matter what comes our way, we must keep standing, keep fighting, keep working for the Lord. The Word says our work is not in vain. And while we may never get to wear that championship belt, one day we’ll get to wear a crown.
One reply on “Immovable Iron”
Well stated and definitely needed!!! Thanks for sharing and caring!!! May we all continue to press on toward the mark…