Athletes are called to pursue holistic growth by following Jesus’ example in Luke 2:52, developing in wisdom, statue, favor with God, and favor with others. Growth requires daily intentional choices—seeking wisdom, building character, deepening one’s relationship with God, and serving others with humility. Jesus wants us to follow His example by growing in every area of life, becoming the people (and athletes) God created us to be.

I think Jesus would stop playing sports and use his platform to point us all to something of far greater significance than a game.