Hello June!! We are 15 days into the month and halfway through 2026. My how time is flying by and we are nearing the end of another Quarter. With the World Cup festivities underway this week, I noticed that within the Bible App, there is a Mid-Year Challenge to complete a 7-day Streak between June 11 and July 19 during the World Cup. Basically, there are plans to complete that correlate scripture to the games. I don't think I've ever seen a challenge like that within the app as it relates to sports or a major sport event. However, I do know that we as believers see the Bible come alive throughout our daily lives and through life's simplest moments. It's interesting to see how in the midst of so much happening within the world that has divided us as a nation, two things are true, music and sports always bring people together. Despite differences in opinions, religions, and ideals, an event or artist creates an opportunity for more connections and conversations. As someone who frequents events as a patron and professional, I'm always amazed at the instant unity I witness among fans. That one song or one play sparks feelings of nostalgia and passion. The New York Knicks recently won the NBA finals and all across social media it was lit up with congratulatory sentiments with blue and orange emojis from everyone whether they were a Knicks fan or not. I especially thought about all of my NY friends, fans, singers, and also family that are in proximity to NY and the excitement they must have felt to witness that win. I can't forget filmmaker Spike Lee who has always highlighted the Knicks in his iconic films (Crooklyn is an all time favorite). I believe the intent of the Bible App challenge is to have those same reactions as we read each scripture. Feelings of nostalgia as we remember the first time we read a particular verse to how it shaped us throughout our unique journeys. Feelings of passion as we read each scripture with excitement knowing what salvation and laying our lives down for Christ can do for our walk with God. And also the passion and excitement of sharing scripture with a seasoned believer or a new believer. Regardless of which scenario you encounter, the end goal is to engage others and grow in relationships and scripture.
#JustWrite, I challenge you all to engage your neighbor(s) with the following plan (Victory Beyond the Cup: How Sporting Events Can Spark Spiritual Conversations) or any select plan from now until the end of the World Cup (July 19th).
And even after the World Cup, may your desire to study the Word and those conversations continue to grow.
In His service,
Lequvia Ousley
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