Competition is the foundation for all sports and is essential for any athlete. Striving for excellence is what motivates us to work harder, compete at a higher level and never give up. But the competitive nature of driven athletes may seem counter to the Christ-like example we are called to live out. Competitiveness does not equal sinful nature. In fact, your competitive edge can encourage excellence, direct your passion for Jesus and enhance your performance as well as those around you. The key to honoring God in competition is that we keep our eyes on Him. Our competitive nature can be a pathway to excellence spiritually and physically.