Our biggest obstacle in achieving athletic perfection through Jesus Christ is understanding how Christianity ties in with sports. Over the years, many scholars have studies this delicate topic. Despite of all the knowledge that we have gathered, we are still struggling to understand how to achieve perfection through Jesus Christ.
Here are some questions to ponder while thinking about how Christianity fits in with your athletic performance. If Jesus Christ was in the stand watching you play, what would He say about the following situations relating to your game?
- Your attitude during the game.
- Your attitude toward rough play.
- Your attitude toward the referees.
- Your attitude toward your fellow teammates.
- Your attitude toward your opponents.
- Your attitude after the game (win or lose).
- Your mental, physical, and spiritual preparation for the game.
Most of us think that it is impossible for human to be perfect since we have all fallen short of God's standard. However, Matthew verse 5: 48 says,
How do you Achieve Athletic Perfection though Jesus Christ?
Through His life, Jesus Christ bridged the gap that separates us from God because of our sins. Having fellowship with Christ and believing that He is the Son of God through faith, you receive God's pressure gift to mankind; salvation (eternal life). Through salvation, you invite the Holy Spirit to come into your heart, thus allowing you to have eternal and fellowship with Jesus Christ.
Your athletic perfection through Jesus Christ begins with your attitude and fellowship with Him. Your fellowship and attitude flows out, and it is manifested in your actions on and off the playing field. This constant action is not possible without empowerment from the Holy Spirit through Christ. "The Lord has made everything for His purpose." (Proverb 16:4).
With the Holy Spirit, your main focus will be to glorify the Lord through your athletic ability. The new attitude will allow you to deal with the above situations positively.
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