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Paul Coffman Have you ever been so concerned about yourself that you forgot about the other people around you? For years this was the story of my life. I have to admit, I was pretty selfish. I thought my way was right for me and that people who wanted to change their lives were weak. Today, I realize there's more to life than living just for myself. By the time you finish reading what it was that changed my life, I think your life may be changed, too. Back in college I knew what my priorities were. I was pretty much interested in myself, going out with the guys, drinking beer, and chasing girls. Even though I did these things, I knew deep down in my heart, there was something more. I thought back to a decision I had made a few years earlier to follow the God of the Bible. I said I wanted to be a Christian, but I never did anything to deepen my relationship with God. I didn't get together with Christian friends. My #1 priority was still football, it wasn't God. Things stayed that way for years as I went on to play in the pros. After eight seasons I thought things were great... I had played in three Pro Bowls, I was making a good salary, I was driving a nice car. Everything was good. Except for one detail: I had decided to get married. That's when I realized that living in the fast lane would not make a good marriage. One day, Amy and I went to a Bible study with some of the Green Bay players and their wives, and something began to eat me inside. I realized I had the discipline to play football, but I didn't have the discipline to follow Jesus Christ after I had said yes to Him. I knew there was only one wise thing I could do. I decided to recommit my life to Christ. Shortly after my decision, I got cut by Green Bay. Here I was All-Pro one day, then out of a job the next. I learned that a lot of things in life, like football, don't last forever. It's then I realized Jesus Christ is behind me all the time. He is forever. When I wasn't walking with Him, He was still walking with me. I learned something else too... That was that God had a plan for my life. Even though I had gotten cut, I still felt peaceful inside. Luckily, the Kansas City Chiefs picked me up the very next season, and I was able to continue my career. Becoming a Christian isn't an overnight experience. Sometimes it's hard. I'll be honest, I don't always pray, and there are times when I can't understand the Bible. But even though I go up and down with my feelings, I know Jesus Christ is always there. If you would like to know more about Jesus and what He can do for you, just click the button on the left side of your screen to change your life. |
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