Most of us have known a teammate with a glaring weakness. Maybe a part of his/her game was incomplete. Maybe it was a character flaw. Did we make that weakness his/her defining characteristic? Paul wrote, “From now on, then, we do not know anyone in a purely human way.” That could paraphrase like this, “So from now on, I will not let someone’s personal weakness be that person’s defining characteristic.” Just as we shouldn’t focus on a person’s physical limitations, we should have the same attitude when dealing with commitments. I’m committed to praying for others and encouraging them when they act wisely and when
they act foolishly. I’m committed to them when they do right and do wrong . . . on their good days and bad days. Their “bad day” behavior will not deter me from loving them and seeking God’s best for them. Let’s take this attitude to heart and use it when relating to others on our team. This is what love looks like—a whole-hearted commitment. Let’s take that into competition and fill today with great performances and even greater character.