I have the opportunity to speak to the high school varsity football team this morning. The coach asked me to come and do a devotional for them. I am pumped. However, he said he wanted me to talk for 30 minutes. People in church don’t listen for 30 minutes, how in the world am I going to keep the attention of high school guys for 30 minutes.
The good thing is, I have a couple of football stories from my school days – that should buy me 5 minutes. Now – what to do for the other 25?!
Seriously, I covet your prayers as I head off to talk to them. I pray that God will use this opportunity to touch some lives today.
I’ll let you know how it goes.
Clay in the Hands 
Brian, i’m saying a quick prayer for you. Simply let the passion you have for the lord come through. Don’t be afraid to be bold and a little vulnerable at the same time. Remind them that they are not just playing for themselves but for each other and the community as a whole.
God Bless and good luck!