Video of the Day: Clip from the 2006 movie “We Are Marshall”
Bible Verse of the Day:
“You have heard that it was said, ‘Eye for eye, and tooth for tooth.’[h] 39 But I tell you, do not resist an evil person. If anyone slaps you on the right cheek, turn to them the other cheek also. 40 And if anyone wants to sue you and take your shirt, hand over your coat as well. 41 If anyone forces you to go one mile, go with them two miles. 42 Give to the one who asks you, and do not turn away from the one who wants to borrow from you, Matthew 5:38-42.
Biblical Connection:
Following a plane crash that took the lives of 37 members of the Marshall University football and coaching staff, there were discussions about cancelling the program. After hiring a new coach, Marshall asked the NCAA to make an exemption for Marshall’s program to allow freshman to play. This desperate attempt led staff to visit their main rival to study their unique system.
In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus explains how the Old Testament law applies to first century life. Jesus’ teaching is revolutionary, likely causing Jewish religious leaders to become dumbfounded. Yet, West Virginia’s decision to help their main football rival is similar to Jesus’ call to turn the other cheek. While not making sense on the surface, the timing was right for a rival to help a team in need.
Closing Song:
In this age of competitive college football, rarely do rival teams help one another. Yet, when coaches and staff apply biblical principles like humility, there will be future opportunities for a rival to help a team in need.
by Jay Mankus
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