What are you all about?

Proclaiming the kingdom of God and teaching about the Lord Jesus Christ with all boldness and without hindrance. Acts 28:31

There are many aspects to my job but, when you narrow it down, it is all about a ball.  A $75 piece of leather, filled with air, that men work endless hours for, young boys become famous for running with, and cry over when they can no longer hold it.  For the offensive line, their main job is protecting their teammates who are holding the ball.  Really a simple idea when you think about it.  The quarterback, running back, and wide receivers are responsible for protecting it like it is made of gold.  John Heisman, the most famous football coach of all time, once said to his team, “Gentlemen, it is better to have died as a small boy than to fumble this ball”.  A little extreme, but just a little!  And of course, it would be much easier if those defensive guys did not want it so bad.  Our job as coaches and players is all about the ball.  Hold it high and tight, hand if off, run it, throw it, intercept it, get it across a line, and snap it.  It’s all about the ball!

What are you all about?  What am I all about?  Are we all about selfishly getting what we “deserve” or making it to the top regardless of who we hurt?  Are we all about making a huge amount of money, but never having any self worth?  Are we all about tearing down others with gossip and prying into other’s business?  Are we all about being recognized for doing good and being told how awesome we are by the world?  Are we all about pretending to know Him, while living as the world lives?  Or are we all about helping a friend, family member, teammate, or co-worker get what they need?  Do we have faith that God will provide what we need and are thankful for the blessings He pours on us daily?  Are we all about building others up with our words and the way we treat them with respect?  Are we all about doing good and not allowing the world to know so we can receive our reward in heaven?  And are we all about praising our Savior daily, living a life that honors Him, and proclaiming His kingdom with boldness?

Be all about our earthly passions but be ALL about Him. I am working on it and I pray that you are also.

Chad