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I John 3:18

Whom do you respect more, the player who talks a good game or the one who shows his game on the field of competition?  I’m sure your answer would be the same as mine.  Actions speak more loudly and clearly than any mouthy wannabe.

The Apostle John talks about this at chapter 3 and verse 18 of his first letter, there we read, “My little children, let us not love in word or in tongue, but in deed and in truth.”

I’m sure we all get a little tired of the people who make themselves out to be experts in the game, but when questioned a little further, turn out to be novices at best.  We’ve all known people who talk an “A” game, but can’t play up to a low “D.”  Their sport experience is in word and tongue only.

We must be players who live in deed and in truth.  A friend of mine is fond of saying, “Say less, do more.”  That should characterize our competition.  Let’s let our performance on the field of competition do our talking for us.  That’s how we compete in deed and in truth.

As you compete today, take seriously John’s admonition to love in deed and in truth.  Love your teammates and coaching staff by giving your best effort to secure a win.  That will speak volumes about your game and your character. 

Bible Reading Plan:
John 6:16-24
Song of Solomon 4:1-7
Jeremiah 50