Video of the Day: Montage from the 2016 NBA Finals “Greatest Comeback Ever”
Bible Verse of the Day:
Very truly I tell you, whoever believes in me will do the works I have been doing, and they will do even greater things than these, because I am going to the Father. 13 And I will do whatever you ask in my name, so that the Father may be glorified in the Son. 14 You may ask me for anything in my name, and I will do it, John 14:12-14.
Biblical Connection:
As the 2025 National Basketball Association finals begin tonight, both teams will be contending for their cities first title. Over the course of this season, a loss or series of loses may have challenged their belief in reaching the finals. Yet, like the members of the 2016 Cleveland Cavaliers, once they fell down 3 games to 1 with no major for error, their belief never wavered.
Spending the last week of his life prior to His crucifixion, Jesus is preparing the disciples for life without Him. Part of this teaching included a pep talk similar to an NBA huddle during a timeout. With a sense of urgency, Jesus highlights the power of belief. Perhaps, Jesus reminded these 12 men of the time He cursed a fig in Matthew 21:18-22. When Christians place their faith and trust in Jesus, anything is possible, including being part of a NBA Championship team.
Closing Song:
In any head-to-head competition, except for the Olympics in case of a tie, there will be a winner and loser. While one will receive a victor’s crown, the other will taste the bitter pill of defeat. This is why the apostle Paul urged Christians to compete in such a way to earn an eternal crown, 1 Corinthians 9:24-25.
by Jay Mankus
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