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In 1915, Wally Pipp began playing baseball for the New York Yankees. He is considered one of the best power hitters of his era, and he led the American League in home runs in 1916 and 1917.

Before a ballgame a few years later, he complained to his manager about having a headache and asked to be replaced at first base for the game.

The manager obliged, replacing him with a young, unproven player who had only been in the league a little over a year. The new player took advantage of his opportunity, playing first base for the Yankees every game for the next 13+ seasons and 2,130 games, earning Lou Gehrig, the substitute player, his nickname of “The Iron Horse.” 

In Colossians, Paul encourages us to “walk in wisdom toward outsiders, making the best use of the time. Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how you ought to answer each person.” (4:5-6)

Lou Gehrig was ready when his moment arrived. This week, God will give you an opportunity to glorify Him. He will also give you the choice to ignore the opportunity or to allow yourself to be used for His glory. Will you be ready when the opportunity arises?

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