The “audible” has become all the rage in college football. Eleven players run up to the line of scrimmage, they position themselves in a tight formation, they get into their stances, but instead of snapping the ball and running the play, they all look over to the sideline to see if the coach wants to make an adjustment. If he does not, they simply go with the original plan, but if he does, a large cardboard sign goes up into the air, the players read it, they all shift, and then they run the play. Let’s get into the habit of pausing and looking to Jesus every time we make plans in life. He, who brings all things to their good end (Rom 8:28), will not destroy our playbook (Mt 5:17), but will instead suggest changes that will lead us across the existential goal line into eternal life.
Ave Crux, Spes Unica.