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\u201cD<\/strong>on\u2019t quit on your first day and don\u2019t quit on your worst day.\u201d<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

In football, forward progress is the spot where a ball carrier’s advance toward the opponents goal stops, determining the dead-ball spot for the next play, even if the player is pushed backward. Just as in the game, where a player’s forward movement is acknowledged even if they are pushed backward, life often presents challenges that may temporarily set us back. However, what truly matters is the effort and determination to keep moving forward. Each step taken, even if it seems small or if setbacks occur, contributes to our overall progress and growth. This principle encourages perseverance and resilience, reminding us that our efforts to advance, despite obstacles, are always recognized and valued, much like the forward progress rule in football.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Acts 20:24<\/strong> “<\/span>But none of these things move me, neither count I my life dear unto myself, so that I might finish my course with joy, and the ministry, which I have received of the Lord Jesus, to testify the gospel of the grace of God.”<\/em><\/span><\/h1>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Whether you are having a tough time on your first day or if everything seems to be falling apart on your worst day don’t quit! Release your faith and give God something to work with. He has promised you the victory!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Galatians 6:9 <\/strong>“And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.”<\/em><\/span><\/h1>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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Victory Confession<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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Regardless of the circumstances I trust God. I believe He has a good plan and if I don’t quit I will reap the harvest that I have sown for. God you are faithful! I can do all things through your power. I will not quit today or any day. I will receive by faith. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u201cDon\u2019t quit on your first day and don\u2019t quit on your worst day.\u201d In football, forward progress is the spot where a ball carrier’s advance toward the opponents goal stops, determining the dead-ball spot for the next play, even if the player is pushed backward. Just as in the game, where a player’s forward movement … <\/p>\n

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