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INTERFERENCE

11/29/2011

 
Running interference is a great offensive move.  A well-positioned block can mean the difference between a win and a loss. But interference can also be a penalty-producing defensive move when an overly-zealous player illegally interrupts play.  Then there are interferences over which the players and coaches have no control like fans throwing things onto the field or court, referees in the way of the ball, etc. Whether a planned interference or an unplanned sort - they both impact the game.

Athletes can experience self-inflicted interference causing a real "slump" in play.  Focusing on a weakness that they just can't seem to overcome can have devastating implications.

“Don't let what you cannot do interfere with what you can do."  John Wooden

As sportmoms we can find ourselves locked into what we cannot do.  This distracting interference squelches the “can do’s” of life.  With Christmas around the corner I find it easy to walk through a store noticing all of the things that I would like to purchase for this person or that.  This interference interrupts the purchasing of my planned list and causes the interception of costing more than I should or need to spend.  As you can see, taking Coach John Wooden’s quote to heart would be a good thing!

The story of a man named Job in the Old Testament is a perfect example of a life plagued with the interference of the “can not’s”.  The interruptions and interferences of life had caused Job to become very focused on the problems at hand and resorting to a “woe is me” pity party. God addressed him with these encouraging words…

"Keep listening, Job. Don't interrupt - I'm not finished yet.”  Job 33:31 The Message

Obviously Job was interfering with God’s plan.  The Lord gave him this strong directive,  “Stay on task, listen to me, stop focusing on what you cannot do and do what you can.”  

                               DO WHAT YOU CAN WHILE TRUSTING GOD’S PLAN

“For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11NIV

We can deflect the interference of what is not ours to do by remaining focused on the plan God has for us.  By trusting Him with the things we cannot do, we deflect a possible unwanted interception ... protection is His specialty.

Blessings…as you allow Christ run interference for you.

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Mom
11/29/2011 06:06:01 am

How very appropriate!!! Needed for some of my "Off-shoots" that are labor intensive and time consuming, too with small productivity! Thanks! Love ya.


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    JANET BROWN

    As a veteran coach's wife, Janet invites you to join her in "Changing the world for Christ...one athlete at a time".Through the language of sports and life experiences, Janet uniquely exposes the character of God and His desire for "sportmoms" to WIN BIG in life. Her behind-the-bench view invites us into a world of triumphant wins and tragic personal loss.


    LIFE EXPERIENCE

    From being a mother of 2 to a spiritual mom to many, the road of life for Janet includes these hallmarks:

    - Gave her "heart to Jesus"     at 6 years old
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    - Studied Education/          Psychology at a Christian  College

    - Enjoyed earning her wings  and flying as a Flight    Attendant

    - Is the wife of Coach Dave Brown since 1967.

    - Involved in ministry to women for 30+ years including: Retreat Facilitator and speaker, Bible Study leader, National Women's Ministry Leader

    - Held an executive position in the corporate world for 35 years.

    - Developed and taught Pre-married and Marriage classes with her husband for 12 years. 

    Currently is a writer, grandmother to 4 and a coach's wife.


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