In game 6 of this year’s Stanley Cup Finals, the Nashville Predators had a goal disallowed. Blocked by the goalie, a referee could not see a loose puck and inadvertently blew his whistle. According to the rules, as soon as the whistle is blown the play is dead even if the puck was loose. Unfortunately, this call prevented a 1-0 lead and ended Nashville’s chance to force a game 7. The whistle in sports is like a supreme judge, overriding the initial call.
The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly, John 10:10.
If you have ever participated in sports, perhaps you have played for an old school coach. These individuals are usually hands on, going through all the hypothetical situations players will encounter over the course of a season. Relying on a practice makes perfect mentality, teammates sometimes have to repeat a play over and over until they get it right. At the time this may seem unpleasant, yet in the end you and your team will be ready for anything.
His divine power has granted to us all things that pertain to life and godliness, through the knowledge of him who called us to his own glory and excellence, 2 Peter 1:3.
Outside of sports, it’s also important to keep living until the whistle blows. If you don’t, you may be tempted to goof off or become lazy which leads to an unproductive life. The passage above suggests that after you have accepted Christ into your heart by faith, God provides everything you need for life in the form of the Holy Spirit. Therefore, don’t come up with reasons why you can’t do this or that. Rather, live end day until the clock strikes twelve so that you know you gave your very best each day.
by Jay Mankus
ExpressYourself4Him 