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John 13:13-15

As you learned the basics of your game, how important was it to have an example to watch?  How valuable is it to you to have videotape to watch of well-executed plays?  What is the value of having experienced players on your team to demonstrate the proper techniques and skills for excellent play?  These concepts are not new to athletics nor to life in general.  Jesus speaks about such in today’s letter.

We can hear Him in John chapter 13 and verses 13 through 15, “You call me Teacher and Lord, and you say well, for so I am.  If I then, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you also ought to wash one another’s feet.  For I have given you an example that you should do as I have done to you.”

Jesus’ disciples had just experienced His washing their feet, one by one.  More than just talking about service and humility, Jesus lived it out and provided an example for them.

This is also the best way for coaches and team leaders to teach the values that will guide their team.  To lead with one’s actions speaks more loudly than a thousand hours of talk.

In today’s competition, lead with your actions, even more than your speech.  If you want strong play, play strongly.  If you want encouragement from the bench, you be the one to lead it.  If you want an all out performance from your teammates, you give that for them.  They will learn best when they experience the idea. 

Bible Reading Plan:
John 8:1-11
II Peter 2:10-16