Cheating has tainted the sports world over time. From the track to the baseball field, cycling to figure skating, in minor and major leagues, athletes have risked losing everything for the chance to win a title.
Athletes who choose to include Jesus Christ in their life compete for more than a trophy. They also compete for the heavenly prize that God calls them to. They go for the win, they play with excellence, they work at their game with all their heart for the Lord and not for man. Christ is living through them, so when they play, they also play for God’s glory.
A good sportsmanlike attitude makes the game fun for everyone; it keeps the competition in perspective. You’re not defined by your wins, but you do impact many with how you play the game. There’s never a need to cheat or humiliate your opponent. Even if your greatest effort is not enough to attain the prize, you’ve already won, because of your attitude and best effort – you’ve become a better athlete and a better person. It matters how you win.
