“The Winning Choice,” Friend, September 2021
The Winning Choice
The author lives in Utah, USA.
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boys lined up at starting line for track meet
On your mark, get set, go!
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boy racing and crossing finish line first
And the winner is …
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announcer holding up winner’s hand
… Nathan!
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coach talking to boy
You get to go to the Provincial Track Meet! You’ll race against the fastest kids in British Columbia.
No way! I can’t wait.
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mom talking to boy
Later that week …
Your coach just sent over the schedule for the meet.
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boy looking at schedule on computer
Oh no … the meet is on Sunday!
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boy thinking
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boy laying on his bed, looking worried
Should I go? What if this is my only chance? I might not make it again next year.
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boy grabbing trophy and sees picture of Jesus
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boy looking at picture of Jesus
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boy talking with coach
Sorry, Coach. I don’t do races on Sunday. I want to keep the Sabbath day holy.
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boy sitting with family at church
I’m glad I put Christ first. I know I made the right choice.
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comic-style story
Illustrations by Jennifer Naalchigar