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Men of Integrity, Mar/Apr 2000
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Wednesday, March 15
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Brett's Close Call
Key Bible Verse:
Wine
is a mocker and beer a brawler; whoever is led astray by them is not wise
(Proverbs 20:1). Bonus Reading: Proverbs 23:29-35
Super
Bowl champ Brett Favre could have been lost from the world of sports. While
undergoing knee surgery in February of '96, Brett Favre suddenly went into seizures
that rendered him unconscious. The complication was caused by his combining
prescription painkillers and alcohol. While at Green Bay, former quarterback
coach Steve Mariucci had warned Favre that continual use of painkillers for
injuries should be carefully monitored. Then Mariucci left to coach Cal Berkeley
(and later the 49ers). Certain teammates continued to confront Favre, along
with girlfriend (now wife) Deanna, who even threatened to take their young daughter
and leave.
Favre finally admitted
he had an addiction he could no longer handle on his own and checked himself
into the Menninger Clinic. Released in time for pre-season training, Favre had
the full support of Packer coach Mike Holmgren. While the two had clashed in
their beginning at Green Bay, Mariucci may have helped bridge the gap in their
relationship. Once Favre felt he had Holmgren's vote of confidence, he went
on to become a premier quarterback in the NFL, winning the 1996-97 Most Valuable
Player Award.
—R. McKenzie Fisher in Lessons from
the Coaches
Personal Challenge:
- Who holds you accountable as you strive to
live a holy life? Find someone or check in this week.
Thought to Apply: Long quaffing maketh a short
lyfe.
Credits: Adapted from—Wednesday: Lessons from
the Coaches (New Leaf, 1997)
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March/April 2000, March 15, 2000
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