"...pursue righteousness (right standing with God and true goodness), godliness (which is the loving fear of God and being Christlike), faith, love, steadfastness (patience), and gentleness of heart. FIGHT the good FIGHT of the faith; lay hold of the eternal life to which you were summoned and [for which] you confessed the good confession [of faith] before many witnesses." - 1 Timothy 6:11b-12 (Amplified Bible)

That's right, I said fight!

As you start this new year I pray that you will be strengthend to fight the good fight and truly live out your faith before all men and women during this New Year! As you consider making resolutions for 2002, make your number one priority that of pursuing righteousness and godliness along with faith, love, steadfastness, and gentleness of heart. Remember Christ sacrificed all to come and live and die for you -- Now it is our turn to truly die to ourselves and live for Him!

May the Spirit grant you the power to FIGHT the good fight!