When the Cleveland Cavaliers lost their first playoff game, the reporters were stirring up stories and social media was buzzing with rumors and questions as to where Lebron James would play his next season.  Why?   Have we become accustomed to abandoning things if we don't succeed at first? 

Commitment is defined as the state or quality of being dedicated to a cause or activity.  When you are committed to something you give up some of your freedoms for the sake of that which you are dedicating yourself.  So, in sports you may give up certain freedoms (eating bad foods, taking drugs, sleeping in, being late to practice, etc.) to be more disciplined, because you are dedicated to your team. 

Perseverance is a steadfastness in doing something despite difficulty or delay in achieving success.  We all want to be successful...today!   So, when we fail or when it’s difficult, it's easy to quit and pursue something else. 

Paul said, "So, my dear brothers and sisters, be strong and immovable. Always work enthusiastically for the Lord, for you know that nothing you do for the Lord is ever useless."  Our teams, marriages, and churches need people who are immovable and not quick to give up or quit when we fail or don't get our way.