Author Archives for Gordon Thiessen

Higher Purposes

September 4, 2026 4:45 am Published by Gordon Thiessen Comments Off on Higher Purposes

At the height of her fame and fortune, Chris Evert felt unfulfilled and searched for...

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Season Predictions

September 3, 2026 4:45 am Published by Gordon Thiessen Comments Off on Season Predictions

How accurate do you think the Preseason Coaches Polls are each year? There’s a never-ending...

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A Fresh Vision

September 2, 2026 4:45 am Published by Gordon Thiessen Comments Off on A Fresh Vision

The 1908 Georgia Bulldogs were fearful and intimidated. During a scoreless game with Tennessee, they...

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The Final Character Test

September 1, 2026 4:45 am Published by Gordon Thiessen Comments Off on The Final Character Test

Joe Montana exhibited the character qualities necessary to lead great football teams. He not only...

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The Man

August 31, 2026 4:45 am Published by Gordon Thiessen Comments Off on The Man

Stan Musial was one of baseball’s greatest hitters. During his stellar Major League career with...

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God’s Promotion

August 28, 2026 10:40 am Published by Gordon Thiessen Comments Off on God’s Promotion

The St. Louis Rams entered the 1999 season after posting the NFL’s worst record of...

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Futility of Self-Help

August 27, 2026 4:45 am Published by Gordon Thiessen Comments Off on Futility of Self-Help

For decades, the Chicago Cubs were known as baseball’s lovable losers. Few games captured their...

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Success in Humiliation

August 26, 2026 4:45 am Published by Gordon Thiessen Comments Off on Success in Humiliation

In 1976, Doug DeCinces faced the difficult task of replacing legendary Brooks Robinson at third...

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Joseph’s Long Trip

August 25, 2026 4:45 am Published by Gordon Thiessen Comments Off on Joseph’s Long Trip

Road trips require NBA teams to adjust their routines. Time zones change, meal schedules are...

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