Most folks know that much of my experience growing up in Hoosier country involved lots and lots of basketball. Whether alone in an empty gym or outside on a concrete court I put forth some serious effort into that game. I have to acknowledge that the effort and intensity shot up dramatically depending on who was in my audience. If one of my coaches was present or a pretty girl walked in the gym my posture and level of effort significantly spiked up. It's humbling to admit that sometimes I played the game for the “Attaboy” factor. Although my strong commitment to being cool at all costs allowed me to play it off, I gotta admit now that I loved the affirmation and acclamation I'd receive as a result of my accomplishments on the court.
The same question remains in my ministry work today... Am I working and living out of obedience to the One or for the “attaboy”? Does my posture and effort vary based on who I see in my audience?
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