There comes a time in every battle when the adrenaline-enhanced energy is gone and weariness sets in.  Sometimes it comes after setbacks or defeat.  Other times, the sense of fatigue follows extended struggles that have lasted longer than expected.

Every wise warrior knows that at some point he will hit a wall where disillusionment and discouragement await, yet its reality continues to catch many off guard when it comes into view.  If the trial hits hem unexpectedly or with greater ferocity than anticipated, he could give up his dream and slip back into mediocrity. The ability to push past the struggles and challenges is key in every battle.  Only those that will themselves toward patient endurance will taste victory.  Discovering optimistic perseverance is key for all who want to affect their culture and influence history.

This brings to mind a verse that encourages us to not quit.  “Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest is we do not give up.” (Galatians 6:9) Packed with truth, this Scripture reminds us that even though we despair, grow tired, and wonder why the fruit of our efforts is not greater, we cannot quit.  For around the next corner- in a very short time, we will see the results of our labor. Warriors know that they have to persevere.  Every defeat brings them closer to victory; every failure, closer to success.

Excerpt from Sean’s book, The Warrior Way, available in the Groundwire store by clicking here.