Formed by the Game: 30 Days of Seeing God in the Liturgies of SportSample

Tickets

Tickets are a simple yet powerful part of the sports experience. They grant access—permission to enter the stadium, witness the action, and participate in the collective energy of the crowd. For athletes, coaches, and parents, tickets mark the opportunity to be present and engaged. Fans hold them, treasure them, or use them to invite others into the experience. In sport liturgy, tickets are a reminder of opportunity, privilege, and responsibility, giving access to a larger story being played out on the field.

Spiritually, tickets can serve as a reminder of the access we have to God. Peter reminds us to be faithful stewards of the gifts we receive. Life is full of opportunities to participate in God’s work, and we are called to approach them with gratitude, intentionality, and stewardship. Just as a ticket provides access to a game, our gifts, resources, and relationships provide access to ways we can serve God and bless others. Being mindful of this access transforms ordinary privileges into sacred responsibilities.

Next time you hold a ticket—or step into a moment of opportunity in life—consider it a liturgical reminder. Reflect on the ways God has granted you access to serve, encourage, and witness His work in the world. Every chance to participate, even in small ways, is a gift that carries responsibility. How will you use it wisely?

Tickets teach us that opportunities are not just for personal gain—they are a call to stewardship, presence, and participation. When approached with awareness, even the act of entering a stadium becomes a spiritual rhythm that shapes gratitude, generosity, and intentional living.

Prayer:
“Lord, help me to recognize the opportunities You give me. Teach me to steward every gift, every moment, and every privilege for Your glory, serving others with gratitude and faithfulness. Amen.”