Monday; April 3

For you college basketball fans, today is bitter-sweet. LSU just won the women’s finals in Portland and San Diego State takes on UConn in finals of the men’s basketball tournament is being held in Houston … but, then, the long drought begins. Being a baseball fan, I have something to keep me occupied, but those of you who are die-hard NCAA basketball fans, about all you can do is follow the recruiting news and wait for fall practice to begin. In a few hours, there will only be one men’s and one women’s champions, but come November there will be hundreds of teams with great expectations.

One of the things I like about college basketball is that size is not as much of a factor as it is in other major sports. Unlike football, where you need dozens of top tier athletes to advance, a good basketball team can include just a handful of blue chip players and a few others who have the drive to keep the hope alive. When it comes to college hoops, commitment and dedication still count for something.

Where do you go to church? Some of you may attend services at a large congregation, but most of us gather with just a few others. While this can be intimidating within our communities, the good news is that like the starting five in college basketball, even a few of us who are dedicated and like-minded can make a difference. We may not have a large youth group or an expansive budget, but even a small church with a big heart can make a difference.
Let’s not give up. Who knows just what can happen with a drive to do something special and a faith in the God who can make it work.

Think About It!

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