Patient verses warrior?

Proverbs 16:32 "Better a patient man than a warrior, a man who controls his temper than one who takes the city."     This is the Bible verse our track team picked for their T-Shits this season.   There are many other verses that promote being strong in the Lord, relying on His strength not our own.  They picked this one which focuses on being patient and self controlled verses pushing for the victory.    Only one person gets first place in a race.   During our Junior High track meet, there are over 100 kids running the 100 meter dash.   Does that mean only one is worthy of praise?   Of course not!!  I tell my team.  Practice the four F's; Faith, Fitness, Fellowship and Fun.    Christ centered patients, self control is more important than winning the race.  In fact, if you have  these qualities you are the true victor ribbon or not.     Today,  evaluate whether you are trying to "win the race" or be the best you can be during your competition.     What good is it if a man gains the whole world but looses his soul?( Luke 9:25) It’s the way you live not what you achieve that matters.  Let your confidence come from the Lord!!