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Usually when one hears the word victorypwe

W in k s o f th e final outcome; but: there is more

to victory. The concept of victory encom­

passes performance and testimony. Victory in

performance is the way one plays the game. If

an athlete performs to his fullest extent, win or

lose, he is victorious. Victory in an athlete’s

testimony is also important. If an athlete has a

poor attitude, the other team sees that and the

athlete's testimony is weakened. In 1 Corinthi­

ans 15:57, Paul evidences the source of victory:

"But thanks be to God, which giveth us the vic­

tory through our Lord Jesus Christ.” Some claim

victory is a result of the hard work andtrain-

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ing that goes into having a successful season.

These things are certainly important, but noth­

ing can be achieved without the grace of God.