Do you still "wanna be like Mike?" 10/09/2009
Most people who were alive during the 1980's and 1990's are familiar with the popular advertising phrase "I wanna be like Mike." The slogan referred to Michael Jordan, arguably the best basketball player ever--and many people did want to be like him. Recently Michael Jordan was inducted to the NBA Hall of Fame, as was David Robinson. Both men were great athletes who deserved the honor. However, Robinson shows us how to magnify Christ and remain humble in our achievements, while Jordan shows us that we really never wanted to be like him anyway. Read Voddie Baucham's wise comparison for a believer's perspective. Read ESPN analyst Rick Reilly's article for the secular take. (HT: Justin Taylor) CommentsLeave a Reply |
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