Competition builds skills, want to be a better chess player? play with someone who has more experience. Want to be a better carpenter? work with someone who has mastered the craft. Want to be better at a sport? Play with others who have worked to be the best they can be. 1 Corinthians 9:24, “All those who compete in the games use strict training. They do this so that they can win a crown. That crown is an earthly thing that lasts only a short time. But our crown will continue forever.” Whatever endeavor you choose, build your skills so in the future you are able to pass those skills to someone else.