Art Monk
Art Monk was inducted into the Football Hall of Fame this past weekend. Heather and I caught the last few minutes of his acceptance speech and were very impressed. Being known as a quiet man, he had one of the most outspoken testimonies I have heard from a professional athlete. His son’s introduction solidified all that he proclaimed.
Dad’s greatness never came from his ability to play football, but it came because he wanted to be used by God for his glory, above all.
He realized and held onto the gifts and talents that God blessed him with. And the bible says to build your foundation on a rock. Solid rock. For when the storm comes, you will not shake or you will not be moved for your foundation is well built.
Dad built his foundation on the strongest rock of all and that was Jesus Christ.
Go and read the transcript linked above. I think you will find it a real encouragement.
I told a friend Sunday to look it up on Youtube or the NFL network. I mentioned that he so intertwined Scripture and references to God that I did not think it was possible to edit God out of his speech. I was wrong.
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August 4th, 2008 at 4:57 pm
You’re right Andy that was an encouragement. I really enjoy seeing guys like Art Monk, who have every worldly reason to live for self, keep their priorities straight. I’m thankful that he demonstrated courage and boldness in his speech, it reminds me that I can do the same.
August 5th, 2008 at 2:04 pm
Rob,
I was so set back and encouraged by his testimony Saturday Night. Heather thought we were watching a Christian broadcast and was trying to figure out why it said NFL. I could not believe the NFL network removed all mention of God. I hope the full video is released somewhere. The truly seemed to want everyone listening to know that God was more to him than football.