Bible reference:  Acts 20:24 In life, it's easy to start something new.  A new diet, an exercise program,  a new job, new relationships,  a new beginning.   But life isn't a 50 yard dash, but a marathon.   There are lots of good starters, but poor finishers.  I  have known many who have started well with a bang, but finish with a whimper. People start with a bang, then get hit with criticism.   There are lots of people who say things that put you down.  Sometimes the stress spills over into marriage and cause problems.   People sometimes leave ministry with a broken heart.   Paul did not want this to happen to the elders in Ephesus.   He wants us to reach the finish line.   Paul was sharing from his own life the trials and perseverance.  2 Timothy 4:7 Paul in Acts 20:24 had a difficult task.  Paul did not consider his own life more important than what Jesus called him to.  He put his trust in Jesus.   God is in control,  that's all we need to know.   God is most importan

7 Principles to learn The Bible tells us he wants all people to know him.  We needto get God's word view. 1.  Give God's word first place in my life  Joshua 1:8  we should goto God's word first; not FB or people.   We need to confess our sin and repent. 2.  Live your life in manner that pleases God. 3.  Keep unforgiveness and strife completely out of your life. 4.1 Corinthans 13 ( love)  walk in love.  Read and study.  Walk in God's love. 5.  Line your words with God's Words.  To change our life;  change our mind with HS  speaking into your life. 6.  Maintain an attitude of gratitude for all that God has done for you. (Build each other up and speak well of each other ) 7.  Honour God continually by giving back to Him.  (Our life,  not because we owe him but because we love him) Always remember to say "I am the Blessed. " Israel sees itself as the Blessed. God does not want broken down people working for him. Regardless of how big a mess any sit