BENCH vs. THE GAME

ADVANTAGES OF SITTING ON THE BENCH
There is NO risk of getting hurt
There is NO risk of failure
You DO NOT have to over extend yourself
You DO NOT have to stay focused
You DO NOT have to give any attention to your opponent as they are not threatened by anyone sitting on the sidelines

DISADVANTAGES OF GETTING IN THE GAME
You could very well get hurt
You might fail
You will be over extended at times
It requires extreme focus.
You have to pay attention to your opponent because they want to take you out.

WHY WOULD ANY ONE WANT TO GET IN THE GAME IF THESE THINGS ARE TRUE?
Playing it safe requires no risk but it also offers no reward.
True fulfillment is found only in participation in the plan and purpose to which God has called you.
When you choose not to play your part the team suffers.

Jason Whitehurst
Lead Pastor