Video of the Day: Clip from the 2002 movie “The Rookie”
Bible Verse of the Day:
After this the Lord appointed seventy-two[a] others and sent them two by two ahead of him to every town and place where he was about to go. 2 He told them, “The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few. Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into his harvest field. 3 Go! I am sending you out like lambs among wolves. 4 Do not take a purse or bag or sandals; and do not greet anyone on the road. 5 “When you enter a house, first say, ‘Peace to this house.’ 6 If someone who promotes peace is there, your peace will rest on them; if not, it will return to you. 7 Stay there, eating and drinking whatever they give you, for the worker deserves his wages. Do not move around from house to house, Luke 10:1-7.
Biblical Connection:
Science teacher and high school baseball coach Jim Morris challenges his players to reach their full potential. The players in return make a similar offer, “if we win the championship, it’s your turn to try out for a big-league club.” Following his team’s accomplishment, Jim goes to a local tryout to honor the promise he made to his team. The rest of this true story is like a Hollywood ending.
As a former baseball coach, I understand how eager bench players are itching to get into a game. While Jesus called 12 men to become his disciples, another 72 were appointed to spread the Gospel message, John 3:16-17. Although Luke’s account of their accomplishments is limited, it’s not too far to imagine that some of these men would become key leaders within the first century church.
Closing Song:
Today’s featured passage is one of the best to illustrate the concept of keeping in step with the Holy Spirit, Galatians 5:25. Whether you’re young like Coach Morris’ players or getting up there in age, let Jesus take the wheel as it’s your turn to take a leap of faith.
by Jay Mankus
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