Eli Manning
The Super Bowl winning QB said a mouth full didn't he? Few of us will ever have the opportunity to play on a stage as large as the Super Bowl, but his words caught my eye. Just like Eli, I prepare for Sunday every week. He throws passes. I throw words. Sometimes people ask me about how I prepare, so here's a look at some other differences and similarities between Eli and me.
1. Unlike Eli, I love practice as much if not more so than the game - no , I don't stand in front of a mirror and go through my message. I am referring to my time studying the Bible and listening to God. That is something I cherish.
2. I have to know defensive schemes. Eli can call an audible at the line and adjust. A part of my prep is to recognize that people have many defensive mechanisms that oppose the transformation that comes from hearing, receiving and applying the Message of God's Word. Eli has an offensive line. I depend on prayer and the Holy Spirit to prepare the way.
3. Eli studies film. So do I. I watch and learn from gifted speakers. And I watch video of myself to learn from my mistakes and laugh at my frequent bloopers.
4. Eli is quick to give thanks to his teammates. My sermons do not stand alone. I am blessed with a great ministry team. We share a passionate desire to communicate God's love on Sunday.
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