For those who have to endure the painful announcements that I made during CCF, I often like to use pictures from one of my favorite soccer team, Barcelona, as a reference of a point I want to get across. Barcelona just had two epic seasons. Even though they didn't get to the UCL finals this year, Barcelona won the Spanish Liga consecutively, beating their historic rival Real Madrid.
What I love the most about Barcelona is their game philosophy. It is about playing fútbol that is pleasant and entertaining. It is about circulating the ball with precision. It is about constantly going on the offensive and taking the initiative to score. It is not jut about winning, but about winning with style. It is an art. And this team is faithful to this game philosophy no matter what the score is, no matter who they playing against, and no matter whether they are playing home or away.
This makes me ponder if I am faithful to the lifestyle of a Christian disciple, whether I am living in congruence with what God has called me to and entrusted with. I also also myself if I am consistently having this lifestyle no matter what the circumstances are. Many times I do fail, and it is by His mercy and grace that I can get strength to persevere.
"Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only hear about you in my absence, I will know that you stand firm in one spirit, contending as one man for the faith of the gospel without being frightened in any way by those who oppose you." - Philippians 1:27-28
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