Pause or Press? A Chaplain’s Commentary on the USMNT

It may be a little “late to the game,” but after listening to the ongoing dialogue and controversy surrounding the United States Men’s National Team, I am going to break some silence. I think the Bible has some wisdom and guidance to offer as we consider the question of whether some players ought to press pause on the summer competitions or whether they need to press forward and lean in. In today’s edition of From the Touchline, I distill the conversation down to an issue of rest and an issue of responsibility. The challenge is figuring out which issue is more of what we may say is a “call to obedience.” There are times when we are called to step up and step in, and there are other moments when we are called to press pause and rest. In the podcast, I offer two biblical stories for each side of the equation, as well as some personal thoughts and reflections for whatever value those might bring. From the Touchline is a short-feature (10-15 min) podcast with Rev Brad Kenney, Founder and Executive Director of Soccer Chaplains United and Volunteer Chaplain to the Colorado Rapids of Major League Soccer. Rev Brad and occasional guests touch on various issues around the topics of faith, family, and football (soccer). Also, don’t forget that you can listen in our app, SoccrChapUtd, in the Apple and Google store.