From: Our Daily Bread - David McCasland
Philippians 2:14-15 "Do all things without complaining and disputing, that you may become blameless and harmless, children of God without fault."
During a summer of international sports scandals involving gambling and substance abuse, two athletes were applauded for their character as much as their professional accomplishments. A record crowd of 75,000 cheered Cal Ripken Jr. and Tony Gwynn during their 2007 induction into the National Baseball Hall of Fame. “Whether we like it or not,” Ripken said, “as big leaguers, we are role models. The only question is, will it be positive or will it be negative?”
Gwynn echoed the sentiment: “There’s more than just playing the game of baseball... You’re responsible, you’ve got to make good decisions and show people how things are supposed to be done.”
Every day, people are watching us. Compromise causes others to become disillusioned, while character fosters hope. As the life of our Savior flows out from us, we can encourage others and point them to Him.
What kind of role model will we be for someone watching today?
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