Overcomer

Paul accomplished God’s plan for his life, and it was a walk in the park…wait, that’s not how the story goes. Paul endured suffering, harassment, imprisonment, stoning, and the list goes on, but at the end of his life, he confidently declared, I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith. So, what was his secret to success? Paul learned the keys to being an overcomer.

In 2 Timothy, Paul urges believers to overcome life’s challenges by comparing them to the roles of a soldier, a farmer, and an athlete. For farmers, it is essential to be patient and diligent in tending to the seeds that have been planted. Athletes must have discipline to train and overcome obstacles. As for soldiers, they must be prepared to fight in battles where they may have to sacrifice their lives for a greater cause. 

In Overcomer, Pastor Marks unpacks seven scriptural characteristics of overcomers that, once put into motion, will create a lifestyle of overcoming in your own life. 

1. Develop the right relationships
2. Never quit
3. Perseverance - the step beyond not quitting
4. Keep the vision in front of you
5. Always be thankful
6. Guard your thought life
7. War from your position in Christ

These powerful principles found in scripture will equip you with the tools to be an overcomer in every season of life.