John Kasay - Must all good things end?

I hate the expression, "All good things must come to an end."  It's such a pessimistic point of view.  However, the prediction was realized today with the announcement that John Kasay, twenty year veteran kicker--sixteen years with the Charlotte Panthers, was fired.  Kasay, the last original Charlotte Panther, will be replaced with 38 year-old Olindo Mare of the Seattle Seahawks.    

When athletes as role models are hard to come by, John Kasay stands apart with humbleness regarding his athletic abilities, but boldness when it comes to his faith in Jesus Christ.  John Kasey is not ashamed to let others know he is a Christian, and lives the life to back it up.  When extra-marital affairs, drunk driving arrests, drug usage, and domestic disputes are commonplace among professional athletes, it is refreshing to find someone whose life can be a positive example to the younger generation.

According to TheGoal.com, John Kasay gave his life to Christ just before his senior year in college.  He is quoted as saying, "Once I established a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, my priorities began to change. Instead of playing for my own selfish gain, I wanted to honor the Lord by giving my best effort and conducting myself in a manner that would glorify Him - win or lose!"

Kasay also said, "....no matter what happens on the field, God still loves me, and even when I go through tough times, He's with me, and I can experience His peace."

Although it's true some good things must come to an end; Kasay and other Christians can take comfort in knowing when life does not make sense, and difficulties come, God's peace is available to us and His love never ends.  We'll miss you, Mr. Kasay.  You are a class act.

  
Copyright 2011 Charlotte Laney

Reference:  TheGoal.com