I have to admit, I am not a football follower or even a fan. Before you go “BOOOOOO”, let me explain. I don’t understand enough of the game — I didn’t grow up with it. I am a soccer fan, but football – no…
So, now you are probably scratching your head, wondering why in the world I am posting about football. Sure, the AZ Cardinals are in the ‘Big Game‘ today (can’t use the ‘S’ word, since it is protected by the NFL — don’t ask). But that is not the reason why I am proud of the Cardinals — I don’t jump on the perpetual ‘Bandwagon‘.
What struck me this past week was that many, many Arizonans wear t-shirts with the slogan “We believe”. Hm…For the Cardinals to win the Big Game? Maybe. I wish they would believe a little more deeper; deeper like the AZ Cardinal Quarterback, Kurt Warner.
Did you know that Kurt Warner is a confessing Christian? If you ever heard him talk in public, he not only confesses Christ in his heart, but also with his mouth (paraphrase Romans 10:9). Have you ever visited his personal site “First Things First”? His intro to his site references Matthew 6:33:
“But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.” (ESV)
I admire Mr. Warner, not because of what he accomplishes on the field (well, okay, that too), but that he is open with his faith and publicly confesses Christ as Lord. My hat goes off to you, Mr. Warner. May God continue to bless your playing career and your charities.
Will I cheer for AZ Cardinals today — hope they win? Sure, but for a different reason that you might think…
Thanks for stopping by today. Be blessed and as always…
