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Keep Rising
20 July 2026

Keep Rising

Baseball and the Bible

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The journey of resilience and perseverance takes center stage in this powerful message about never giving up, even when we face our darkest slumps. Through the story of Cody Bellinger's dramatic fall from MVP to struggling hitter and his remarkable comeback, we're reminded that failure doesn't have to define us. Proverbs 24:16 anchors this truth: the righteous may fall seven times, but they rise again. What makes this possible isn't superhuman strength or willpower—it's our willingness to depend on God through every struggle. Bellinger's story illustrates a profound spiritual principle: even when we've achieved success, there's always room for growth and transformation. His willingness to completely rework his approach, to go back to basics and make fundamental changes, mirrors the spiritual humility we need in our walk with God. We're never too experienced, too accomplished, or too far along to need God's guidance and correction. The message challenges us to examine our own slumps—whether in our spiritual lives, relationships, or personal pursuits—and to remember that we don't carry these burdens alone. God is right there, ready to help us persevere, to give us wisdom to grow through our struggles, and to help us rise again. The call is clear: keep rising, keep depending on God, and never let failure have the final word in our story.