We often hear of athletes praising God after their victories. It’s become so common (not that it’s a bad thing) that it has become cliche. It makes one wonder how many of them are genuine.
I remember quite a few years ago, in a losing locker room interview, a Christian praising God for the hope that he has and that football isn’t the most important thing in his life even though a big loss is tough.
So I came across this recent example and thought I’d pass it along.
Michigan State’s Cousins: Jesus isn’t changing
Monday, Sep 21, 2009
By Staff
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (BP)–Michigan State quarterback Kirk Cousins threw a costly interception on the Spartans’ final offensive play of the game that sealed a 33-30 win for Notre Dame Sept. 19.
After the game, while answering questions from the media, Cousins testified to his faith in Jesus Christ.
“There’s nothing I can do about it except learn from it and keep my head up,” Cousins said. “I’ve got faith. Football’s not my foundation, it’s not my identity. My faith is in Jesus Christ, and he’s not changing any time soon.”
Jeff, thanks for passing this on. And kudos to the media for capturing the same.
soli deo gloria.
You’re welcome.
That’s refreshing to see!
I’ve been noticing lately when watching major league baseball how many of those players, when they get a hit and get on base, they will point to heaven, pull a cross or crucifix on a chain out from their shirt collar and make the sign of the cross, and so on. How much of it is just for show, I don’t know, but it’s becoming almost annoying.
I never understood the pointing in the air. Are we only supposed to praise and thank Him when something good happens? And I would think sports are pretty insignificant in the whole scheme of things.
Jeff