Video of the Day: Clip from the 2000 movie “Remember the Titans”
Bible Verse of the Day:
You, however, know all about my teaching, my way of life, my purpose, faith, patience, love, endurance, 11 persecutions, sufferings—what kinds of things happened to me in Antioch, Iconium and Lystra, the persecutions I endured. Yet the Lord rescued me from all of them. 12 In fact, everyone who wants to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted, 13 while evildoers and impostors will go from bad to worse, deceiving and being deceived. 14 But as for you, continue in what you have learned and have become convinced of, because you know those from whom you learned it, 15 and how from infancy you have known the Holy Scriptures, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus. 16 All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, 17 so that the servant of God[a] may be thoroughly equipped for every good work, 2 Timothy 3:10-17.
Biblical Connection:
The game of football is a violent sport. Backups are only one injury away from being forced into a position to fill in for a starter. When injuries occur in a game, quarterbacks have less than a minute to take control of the offense. After doubting his readiness, Coach Boone inspires Ronny Bass to lead his team. After the initial play, Ronny’s confidence increases as the game goes on.
The apostle Paul is writing a second letter to a first century pastor. If this wasn’t hard enough, Timothy began preaching before his 20th birthday. Rather than encourage Timothy to fill in as a quarterback, Paul writes about the importance of the Holy Bible. Properly studying and using Scripture is the key to winning spiritually. This is the game plan that Timothy followed.
Closing Song:
In another letter to the Church of Galatia, the apostle Paul speaks about making the most of the opportunities that God gives you in life, Galatians 6:9-10. Therefore, even if this blog finds you sitting on the bench, be ready to step up when you are called upon.
by Jay Mankus
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