“Each of you should look not only to your own interests but also to the interests of others.” Philippians 2:4
There is an interesting quote from Mother Teresa about humility. It says, “If we were humble, nothing would change us – neither praise nor discouragement.” Doesn’t that make you think about our varying moods and attitudes throughout even one day? So often the way we act is a direct reflection of the condition of our own self-centeredness. The moments when we are most frustrated are often the times in which we cannot see outside of our individual circumstance. When we just focus on ourselves, we lose perspective of what is really important.
In athletics we see examples of this all the time. The athletes that we hear about week in and week out that make the most absurd comments and talk the most trash. On the other hand, in athletics there are also great examples selfless acts and true sportsmanship. These stories may not make it onto SportsCenter every night, but there are some truly great examples found in sports. One example that is worth checking out is Team Hoyt (www.teamhoyt.com). Many of you may have seen their video or read their story but it’s a perfect example of Philippians 2:4. The story of a father and his tremendous love for his son will stir your heart and give a healthy perspective. Thanks for your time and have a great week.
-Matt
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