8 Aug, 2008

Brett Favre's New Jersey

Have you put on something new?

Former Packers QB Brett Favre has returned to the NFL, announcing his retirement from retirement and throwing a wrench into EA's plans to have him as cover boy for Madden NFL 09. Favre, photographed in his Packers uniform, is now playing for the Jets, leading to a very important, last minute roster change. That change won't, however, affect his appearance on the cover of this year's Madden.

That said, fanatical football fans with a desire for accuracy will be able to download a Jets uniformed Favre next week, according to MTV Multiplayer. It's due to hit EAsports.com sometime next week, just begging to be printed and inserted into a clear plastic sleeve. Ready the inkjets!

Story courtesy kotaku.com & picture images.google.com 08/07/08

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Brett Favre will be wearing a new jersy this season, how about you?

What does today's God's Story teach us about making a fashion statement for Christ?

Even if you're not into sports or don't have a favorite jersey, if you are a follower of Jesus, you need to know that God, our designer, has a special "jersey" for us to wear. Don't worry. Christ's fashion is not seasonal or trendy. Just holy.

What do you think Paul means when he talks about putting on the new self?

Basically, Paul is challenging us to wear our brand new nature which is what Christ gives us when we receive His gift of salvation for our sins. It means that our actions should match our faith. If we claim to follow Christ, our "look" should be like Jesus. Christ-like clothing will not match the world's "look", but Jesus calls us to make a "fashion statement". Besides, wouldn't it be fun to start a new trend?

How can you connect today's God's Story to your life?

  • Thank God for the new nature He has given you through your faith in Jesus Christ. Ask God's Spirit to daily help you clothe yourself with Christ's holy wardrobe.
  • Memorize Colossians 3:10 as a reminder of what to wear every day.
  • Paul mentions 7 items of Christ-like clothing. Pick out the one you have trouble "fitting into" right now and make it a daily prayer focus until you look Godly in it.

How can you connect God's Story and your story to others?

  • This next week, every time you stand in front of your closet trying to decide what to wear, briefly pray for Christ-like character and for others to see Jesus in your style.
  • If you have conversations about this story of Brett Favre getting a new jersey or even friends talking about clothes, share with them the "jersey" you have been given.
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