“Running in Vain” in Paul’s Epistles
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On several occasions Paul used the illustration of running a race in relation to the believer’s judgment at the Judgment Seat of Christ, the Bema (1 Cor 9:24-27; 2 Tim 4:6-8). Finishing the race is vitally important (2 Tim 4:7). It is what leads to Christ’s praise and approval at the Bema. On some occasions