Devotion:
Read Matthew 7:24-27.
In basketball, as well as other team sports, it is vital to follow the instructions of the coach. That is also true as we follow Jesus and learn to live his way. In the sermon today, I will finish up this sermon series on “The Way of Jesus: Sports Edition” with a focus on basketball. The key lesson really does apply to all team sports: if everyone on the team does not follow the instructions of the coach, the team cannot accomplish its goals. If any player is determined to do only what they want to do, the game can easily fall into chaos. But when all are working together and following what the coach has taught them in practice, as well as instructions during the game, the team will flourish.
These verses from “The Gospel According To Matthew” come at the end of what is commonly called the “Sermon On The Mount.” Matthew has gathered some of Jesus’ best and highest teaching in chapters 5-7. Verse 24 sums up our focus for today: “Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man…” How are you being intentional to not only listen to the instructions of our Coach, but to practice them?
Personal Worship Option:
What spiritual “practices” do you practice each day in order to hear the instructions of your Coach, so that you are better prepared for the “game” of life?
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