Tackling Marriage: Football Lessons on Being a Godly Husband

Every fall Sunday, we watch our favorite teams battle in the quest for a championship. Each player has been given a position by their coaches, and they need to succeed in order for their team to win. As husbands, God has given us positions that we need to fill for our wives as well. Are you her quarterback? Her wide receiver? Her defensive back? Or are you sitting in the stands, watching the game go by? It can be difficult, but if we work hard and keep improving, we can feel the thrill of victory, not in a crowded stadium, but where it matters most: in our own homes.

Jerrod Nelson received his BA and MEd from the University of Minnesota and now teaches high school English, including how to use sports and literature to enhance our lives. He lives in Minnesota with his wife and three children.