I want them to know the truth of Colossians 2:10 that says, “I am complete in Him Who is the head over all rule and authority‒ of every angelic and earthly power.”
I want them to know that although I’m proud when they play well that I’m prouder of the way they exemplify Christ’s love to others as described in 1 Peter 4:8.
I want them to know when they strike out that they are still holy and without blame before Him just as Ephesians 1:4 says.
I want them to know the Word spoken in 1 Peter 1:2– they are chosen according to the purpose of God– and that purpose may not always be an athletic scholarship or gold medal.
I want them to live to please Him and Him only. (Philippians 3:14)
I want them to know when they do exceedingly and abundantly more than they could even imagine on a court or on a field that still, as Ephesians 3:20 states, Christ deserves the praise.
I want them to know their life and their purpose and their passion should always point to God first and that His love and value for them is what truly matters.
In fact, it’s the only thing that matters.
The same can be said for academics. Our kids are more than a grade on a test.
But that’s another post for another day.
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This post originally appeared at Whoa Susannah, published with permission.
