Take a Knee

Most of us have heard a coach tell an athlete to “take a knee.” When this happens, we can usually count on two things: all physical activities will cease and communication is about to start. Any good coach needs to spend some time giving his team a game plan, and any good team has to take a knee to receive that plan.

Jesus modeled how to properly “take a knee” while He walked the earth. He prayed daily and would often withdraw from everyone, even His disciples, to be alone with God. He understood the value of communicating with the Father. He understood that prayer was necessary to receive God’s game plan. Jesus knew exactly what He was doing and how to be at His best when the game was on the line.

As a coach, I often feel it is best to have my players take a knee so we can just talk. Some of our most important times together are spent in communication and fellowship. As a Christian competitor, I encourage you to take a knee. Spend time in the Word and in prayer. Ask God to reveal His game plan for you. Take a knee and communicate with the ultimate coach.