In 2 Timothy 2:3-16, Paul wrote to Timothy about the characteristics of an approved workman and the requirements to win the crown. Paul likened the journey, or the race, to the following three persons:
The soldier (of Christ Jesus). Serving as a soldier involves hardship and rigorous discipline. A soldier must be focused and not be distracted by worldly affairs. The solider's focus is on pleasing the commanding officer, and our commanding officer is Jesus Christ Himself.
- The athlete. An athlete competes according to the rules and whoever breaks the rule will risk being disqualified. An athlete must also train hard and do not give up even when he may be getting discouraged.
- The farmer. A farmer works hard, waking up early in the morning and probably getting a rest only in the evening. And a farmer is patient, waiting for his crops to be ready for harvest while continuing his work in his field.
Such are the three persons we have to emulate if we are looking towards the crown. Are you?
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