Pat Tillman's Sacrifice
IllustrationHistorical Account★★★★DURING difficult days of war, regardless of one’s particular persuasion, everyone owes a mighty debt of gratitude to the men and women of the armed forces of the United States of America who serve, and who risk their lives for freedom. Many people not long ago were touched by the story of a football player named Pat Tillman who walked away from 3.9 million dollars offered to him to play in the NFL. He walked away from a lucrative career because he felt he had an obligation to serve. That choice cost him his life. Our service to God is one that will cost much, even our lives, but we should be willing to fulfill our obligation to serve Him.
The point
Pat Tillman abandoned a $3.9 million NFL career to serve his country, eventually sacrificing his life; our service to God requires similar willingness.