Discipline. Training. Focus.
These are words typically used to describe athletes. Which is probably why Paul, in 1 Corinthians 9 uses a sports metaphor to describe the mindset we should have in pursuing Christ.
In this lesson, Mike uses verses 24-27 as the foundation for this lesson on devotion to Jesus.
For this reason I remind you to fan into flame the gift of God, which is in you through the laying on of my hands. For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline.
1 Timothy 1:6-7 (NIV)