Surviving

Tonight I watched episode two in the current season of Survivor and was reminded of a few things.

One, as I watched Rob struggle with the physical part of the show, I thought about how miserable this experience is.

Two, as I saw the further dismantling of the Hero tribe, I couldn't help but consider how much easier it is to play this game if you're villainous.

Three, I recalled words of prophetic caution.  Whatever it is you pursue, if it is not of God, be very careful.  All things are permissible, but not all things are beneficial.  Any game, hobby, or pursuit can easily become an obsession that takes our focus and energy away from the things of God.  Of itself, it may not be sinful, but Paul reminds us that anything not done in faith is sin.  And the testimony of Scripture as a whole reminds us that only Christ is worth presenting yourself as a living sacrifice.