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NASB | 1 Corinthians 9:24 ¶ Do you not know that those who run in a race all run, but only one receives the prize? Run in such a way that you may win. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | 1 Corinthians 9:24 ¶ Do you not know that in a race all the runners run [their very best to win], but only one receives the prize? Run [your race] in such a way that you may seize the prize and make it yours! |
Bible Question: what was the rule of thought on sports in Jesus days?I mean the competition and the self superiority feeling at winning. |
Bible Answer: Hi, Mellow... I'm sure that if that is the result of winning a competition, it would not be healthy for a believer! "I believe God made me for a purpose. But He also made me fast, and when I run I feel His pleasure. To win is to honor Him." --Eric, in Chariots of Fire In Him, Doc |
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