In football, progress is measured in yards with the goalpost always in view. It takes planning, knowledge of rules, practice, injuries, memorization of plays, force, equipment and perseverance to reach the goal post and win.
Such is Christianity.
An athlete is not crowned unless he competes according to the rules.
I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.
For while bodily training is of some value, godliness is of value in every way, as it holds promise for the present life and also for the life to come.
Pray to win. Give it some thought.
Gary