“Run from anything that stimulates youthful lusts. Instead, pursue righteous living, faithfulness, love, and peace. Enjoy the companionship of those who call on the Lord with pure hearts.”
2 Timothy 2:22 NLT
I have never been a runner. It always amazes me how there are people who not only run regularly, but they even enjoy doing it! I understand all the health benefits and everything. But nope. Can’t do it.
However, in this passage Paul tells Timothy (and us) that we all run. To live a life that’s pleasing to God, we must run away from our old, sinful lifestyle and habits. And we must run towards righteous living. Take note that if at any time you run towards sin, though, you’re running away from righteousness.
So like it or not, we’re all running. Which way you going?