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Respect is that one thing in sports where everyone is quick to want but slow to give. We think respect should be earned, but the truth is, it is given. A successful team gives respect to their teammates, their coaches and their opponents.
The apostle John shared a story about Jesus showing respect to His followers: “Jesus knew that the Father had given everything into his hands, that he had come from god, and that he was going back to God. So he got up form supper, . . . and began to wash his disciples' feet. (John 13:3-5).
Jesus, the Son of God, the one who deserved the most respect for all He had done decided to give respect to His disciples by washing their feet. They didn’t earn it; He gave it to them out of love for them. A respect for everyone in sport shows a humility that only comes through a relationship with Jesus Christ.