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Fields of Faith Manning’s record, the whole world had the chance to watch it
happen. And, at that moment, as he was being immortalized,
Whether it be a football field, baseball field, soccer field, or he said,
even lacrosse field, the arena to which athletics are played are “God has equipped us for great works.”
dominated by fields. By definition, a field is an area of open This simple phrase served as a small seed planted in the
land, especially one planted with crops or pasture, typically hearts of millions of viewers. Who knows the fruit that can
bounded by hedges or fences. produce from it? And that’s what it’s all about for those who
In the world of sports, the fences or barriers help separate call Jesus, Lord. In whatever field He has allowed us to play on,
the game that is being played let’s continue to bring Him glory and honor, being intentional
with the spectators that are about sowing Kingdom seeds in any capacity, not only when
watching it. The hedges we’re being honored by man but also when we’re facing
are not only trimmed but adversity.
decorated with the branding In whatever sport or circumstance, let us be faith-filled
of its home team. But an and Kingdom minded. We may be able to break down the
athletic field doesn’t have fences that separate athletes from the crowd, but we can also
crops or pastures. What’s potentially break down the spiritual barriers
being sown and grown on that prevent us from seeking and serving the
these fields aren’t crops but Lord. If the Father has permitted you to play
the excitement of the games on a sports field, know it is so that you can be
that are played on it. The marketing of a franchise can help more than just an athlete, but an ambassador
infuse a certain level of pride for the geographical location that for Him, wearing the uniform of a sports
field is placed in. team serving the community, in His name. ✝
My question is: Are we making the best of these fields to
ensure what’s being sown and grown brings forth fruit that can
nurture those who taste it?
The humility, self-control, respect, dignity and selfless
service that embody a great sports team can help lead young
men and women into being strong leaders for the generations
after them. It’s a place where passion is exhausted. A place
where pain is welcome. A place where adversity is stared in the
face. A place where tears fall, both good and sad, and history
is made.
For every coach, athlete or spectator reading this, what
I hope you receive from this message is the call to action to
ensure that what we’re sowing into these sports’ fields bear fruit
that brings glory and honor to the Lord. When New Orleans
Saints Quarterback, Drew Brees, became the NFL’s all-time
leading passer, (74,437 career passing yards), breaking Peyton

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