For I am already being poured out as a drink offering, and the time of my departure has come. 7 I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. 8 Henceforth there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, will award to me on that day, and not only to me but also to all who have loved his appearing.  2 Timothy 4:6-7

A. Fighting the Good Fight

1. A watchful posture: Luke 21:34-36

2. A defensive posture: Eph. 6:10-11

3. An armed posture: Eph. 6:12-13, 2 Cor. 2:11

B. Running the Race

1. Staying in Shape

a. Self-discipline – 1 Cor. 9:24-27

b. Self-control – Proverbs 25:28

c. Self-denial – Luke 9:23

2. Removing hindrances – Heb. 12:1-2

3. Focusing on the finish line – Phil. 3:13-14

C. Keeping the faith

1. Maintaining first love – Jude 20-21

2. Sustaining obedience – John 14:15, 21; 1 Tim. 1:5

3. Staying on mission – Acts 20:24, Phil. 1:21-24