Being a Philadelphia sports fan is anything but easy. At times, I'm not sure it's even very fun. Every season (specifically Football season) is filled with let down after let down and high expectations followed by great disappointments. Call me a cynic, a skeptic, pessimist, I won't dispute that, but, I can't remember the last time I've had a feeling of refreshment entering a season in Philadelphia sports.
The Phillies won the World Series last season and they're entering this upcoming season with their entire championship team intact (plus a couple of additions)--very exciting. Citizens Bank Park is one the nicest venues to watch a ball game at, baseball season is 162 games long and for the first time in a long time (maybe ever, given my age) I can be genuinely excited about something sports related, instead of just hesitantly hopeful.
On top of it all, what's most refreshing is the fact that God can redeem passions for things like sports and competition and by His grace, put them where they belong. Biblical truths can be gleaned from this season and while celebration and fanaticism can be blown out of proportion and taken to unhealthy heights, believers can look forward to the day when celebration will be made perfect. A day when we will celebrate, fully, the One who is most worthy of our celebration and praise.
