Surfing the channels at the conclusion of an NFL game I had just watched, I found coverage of a press conference, I know stimulating TV. This athlete was talking about the recently ended game and answering questions concerning several of the plays. As I listened in, I think my mouth dropped open as this player was called into account for the mistakes that had just taken place in the heat of the game. Questions flew like, "what was going through your mind when you threw that interception?" "what were you doing out there when you saw cover two?" "why didn't you pick up that first down in that situation?" With very honest answers he navigated through the interrogation without passing the buck for the most part. I guess those press guys got their story.
As I thought about the process I couldn't help but wonder, what if my life were so public that what I did at "game time" was broadcast to millions and then I would have to answer for my words, actions and decisions? Would I pass the blame on to circumstances or to the people and environment around me? Would I confess that I made a wrong choice or ignored an opportunity? I'm very glad there isn't a press conference to evaluate me and my performance on life's stage.
But…there is an audience and there are those in the audience that care more about me than an athletic team. There is a connection to my family and a body of believers that are watching. What if they have some questions about a play in the midst of the game? I hope I would be so honest. Moveover, there is also a "great host of witnesses" and One seated in eternity… maybe a press conference isn't so bad after all.