Have you ever watched Simone Biles compete at the Olympics? The incredibly talented gymnast has won more medals than any other American gymnast. To go for the gold, Biles doesn’t just show up at the Olympics without practicing and expect to win. No way! She practices at least six hours a day. Imagine how many handsprings, round-offs, and vaults that is in a year: wow.

In the same way Biles gets ready for the Olympics, you’re to train your heart and mind like a champion. You see, God wants you to build up your spiritual muscles. How? As an Olympic athlete is physically strong, God can make your heart and mind strong. If you ask Him for help, He’ll give you the strength to make good choices, and the amazing power to say no to things that aren’t good for you. So, listen to Him when you pray. Do the right things. And read God’s Word, the Bible. The Bible says there’s even a prize for God’s very own champions—“a crown that will last forever”
(1 Corinthians 9:25).

With Jesus’s help, you’ll grow a courageous heart.

Jesus, help me to build up my spiritual muscles and grow powerful in You!