But I keep under my body, and bring it into subjection: lest that by any means, when I have preached to others, I myself should be a castaway. — 1 Corinthians 9:27 KJV
No, I strike a blow to my body and make it my slave so that after I have preached to others, I myself will not be disqualified for the prize. — 1 Corinthians 9:27 NIV
Reflection
“Try to do you say others should do!” “I’d prefer see a message than hear one quickly.” “Put your life where your mouth is!” We who stand up most transparently about our confidence in Jesus likewise need to ensure that we consider ourselves responsible to similar standard we are calling others to observe.
My Prayer
Father in heaven, I pray that I may walk to be consistent with my talk and may my talk always be pleasing to You. This I ask in Jesus mighty name. Amen.