Church and the NFL???
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by Bmerc
In our fast-paced crazy world we hardly have time to catch our collective breaths let alone worry about attending services in our respective houses of worship. But many of us do attend them. But during the NFL season if you don't have a Tivo or the such you're maybe tempted to put God on the back-burner in leiu of your favorite team. And don't worry folks, I'm not here to pull a Billy Graham on you or save your soul... So, what am I talking about? Let me explain.
As I've gotten older I've noticed alot more about people than I ever have...I can't explain why...but I just do. Enter the church and NFL comparison. How can I possible relate the two? Well, there are certain catch-phrases in the NFL that definitely apply to the worship process. That being said...here are a few. And maybe they relate to you.
1)Quarterback Sneak-Church members leaving quietly during the service.
2)The Draw Play-What many kids do during the service.
3)BenchWarmer-Someone who doesn't pray, sing, stand, kneel, or look up scripture...they just sit there.
4)Backfield-In Motion-Making a trip to the restroom or to answer a cell phone call.
5)Staying In The Pocket-Where YOUR money will remain when the offering baskets are passed in front of you.
6)2 Minute Warning-The time you realize the sermon is almost over and you get ready to bolt.
7)Sudden Death-What happens to the congregation when the sermon or service runs too long.
8)Trap Play-You're called on to pray and you're snoring!
9)End Run-Getting out of church quickly without blessing yourself because the game is coming on.
Ya see, sports is everywhere...ya just have to look!!!!
