Jordan Spieth recently earned professional golf’s number one ranking this year with five wins totaling $23 million – not bad for a 22-year-old. But while other players may dine at fancy restaurants or frolic with ladies off camera, Spieth celebrates at Chick-Fil-A and poses with his 15-year-old autistic sister. More important, he projects a clean image of good sportsmanship and Christian conduct. Speith also makes it a priority to attend Bible study while on the Professional Golfers’ Association Tour.

Daniel resolved that he would not defile himself with the king‘s food, or with the wine that he drank.

Daniel 1:8

In the Bible, Daniel’s greatness was the result of his communication with the Lord and his quiet refusal to give up his convictions. Both his physical and spiritual diets were an important part of his relationship with God. While Daniel limited his food intake, he indulged in prayer.

Thank your Heavenly Father today for America’s leaders who prayerfully live out their convictions and trust Him for the results. Intercede for those who serve as role models in this nation to uphold Godly standards, and pray that they, like Daniel and Jordan, resolve to obey God despite daily temptation.

Recommended Reading: James 1:5-18