If you watched the Super Bowl this year, it was only an exciting game if you are a fan of the Philadelphia Eagles. The Eagles outplayed and outcoached the Chiefs. Following the game, interviews were given, and social media posts were made. Nick Sirianni, the coach of the Eagles acknowledged God’s goodness with thanksgiving. He said, “God’s blessed us very much, “He gave us all the talents to be able to get here. So first and foremost, thanks to him.” Jalen Hurts, the Super Bowl MVP said, “God is good, “He’s greater than all the highs and the lows.” Following his loss Patrick Mahomes shared on Social media, “I Want to give thanks to God for every opportunity he has given me.
These men teach us what the Bible commands, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. Sirianni and Hurts teach us the importance of thanking God when things go your way. Thanksgiving is a reminder to yourself that you are not ultimately responsible for your circumstances. It is God who blesses us. There is also something better than the highest high that this world has to offer and that is a relationship with God through Jesus Christ.
Patrick Mahomes teaches us that even in loss and disappointment, there is always still something for which to be grateful. In this case, he thanked God for the opportunities that God has given him. There have been some 15-16 thousand players who have played in the NFL. Only 10% of players in NFL history can say they have won the Super Bowl. Mahomes has done that and had the opportunity to play two more. No matter what hardship we may be facing now, God has blessed us so much more throughout our lives, so there is always reasons for thanksgiving.