This morning I was reading from Revelation - the part which contains John's letters to the seven churches. He warns against clothing ourselves with robes which might be flashy, but are not the garments of the saints.
It has been extremely heart-warming to receive emails and texts and facebook messages from seldom heard from friends saying, "Go Tigers," or "Congratulations!" Everyone brings a warmth to my heart and into my life.
I am proud to be a Tiger.
But that pride is not rooted in a football championship. It arises out of the experience of having lived ministry in this place for 23 years. The pride I feel is a product of knowing the goodness of all of you and the ways in which you are making the world a better place.
The football team has turned on a spot light. That light does not merely reveal 130 guys who are good at some game; it shows a student body filled with the desire to live out God's will in the world. It allows the world to see how impressive this place is and how wonderfully God has gifted us.
Bask in this limelight - but do make sure not to allow its glow to detract from the qualities which have made us champions. Be caring and committed. Be inclusive of the little guy which no one considered big enough to make a contribution. Be prepared to speak of true greatness.
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