Some people think of faith as a magical force. But true faith is not something that you â€muster upâ€. True faith entails perseverance, endurance and boldness. Characters in the bible like Abraham, Moses & David did not even receive the promises that they hoped for. Faith resembles a difficult race with the runner eyeing a winner’s prize, and despite nagging temptations to slacken the pace, he refuses to let up until he crosses the finish line. 
In a race, one punishes their bodies for two reasons: the sense of personal reward and to get fit. The same two rewards apply in our race as believers of Christ: great prizes await those who persevere, and the very process of living by faith builds strong character. In this race as Christ-followers, no one loses. If you finish, you get the reward.
Hebrews 11:1 Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see.
Incidentally Real Life Foundation will hold it’s annual Race For Life on November 13, 2010 (Saturday) 6am @ Every Nation, Global City Taguig. Click on the site for more inquiries, registration starts this Sunday, October 17,2010 at all Metro Manila Victory Centers.