In 2010, a New York Jets fan, Carl Mayer, filed suit against the New England Patriots. Three years earlier, the division-rival Patriots had secretly videotaped the Jets coaches during a game at Giants Stadium in 2007. He was seeking $185 million in damages for Jets fans, who he claimed spent money on rigged tickets to games, per an AP report. Eventually, he failed to prove any damages, and the suit was dismissed.

Many lawsuits are more ordinary and less newsworthy than Mayer’s. Still, our society seems to have far too many lawsuits. Sometimes we need skilled professionals to help us think through contracts and severe cases when our rights have been violated. However, most would agree we have become a society that is lawsuit crazy.

1 Corinthians 6 – Reject Immoral Behavior

What we experienced today was also far too common among the Corinthian believers. They had become slow to abandon many of the sinful influences of secular society, including lawsuits. Paul was encouraging them to embrace Christian ethics and reject immoral behavior. He was concerned that the reputation of believers suing each other in secular court would hurt their gospel witness. Paul points the Corinthians to the need to repent of their sins and depend on His grace.

The Kingdom Coach and Athlete understand their identity is in Christ and live their life according to Christian ethics. Rather than causing divisions among their team, they teach and practice forgiveness and reconciliation. Love conquers all.

Journaling helps you understand and respond to the Bible. As you journal, use the acronym HEAR to Highlight, Explain, Apply, and Respond to what you have read in the reading plan.

Bible Memory Verse – “Or do you not know that your body is a sanctuary of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have from God, and that you are not your own? For you were bought with a price; therefore, glorify God in your body.” 1 Corinthians 6:19-20

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