The 2007 college football season kicked off with a major upset when little Appalachian State defeated perennial powerhouse Michigan. An upset on that scale can humble even the haughtiest fans and players. While no one likes to lose, humility is a good thing, especially for Christians. Scripture teaches that we should not boast about our accomplishments but instead give credit to God, who works in us and through us. Key Scriptures: Deuteronomy 8:11-18; 1 Samuel 17:4-11; Matthew 20:20-28; Luke 14:7-14; John 13:1-20. A recent study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found an increase in teen suicide rates, especially among girls. Suicide is the third leading cause of death among ten- to twenty-four-year-olds. Next week we’ll look at some reasons young people end their lives, discuss warning signs of depression and suicide, and empower teens to help prevent such tragedies.
