Grace and Truth at Penn State

Most people that heard of the unfolding events at Penn State University last week were horrified and saddened. It seems that a University President, Athletic Director, Head Football Coach, and Assistant Coach apparently would not take decisive action necessary to investigate, follow-up and/or stop the alleged sexual abuse of children by one of their own. Conflicting emotions took hold of many on the campus. Some reacted angrily to the removal of their beloved coach, who had up to this point been a pillar of virtue. Others rallied to remember the victims. Sometimes God allows the horror of sin to be revealed or shakes our world in order to direct our attention to Him.

For me, the one light shining in the awful darkness of this sad situation was the Penn State and Nebraska football teams gathering for prayer prior to the game on Saturday. Below is a video of Nebraska Running Back Coach Ron Brown leading prayer for both teams prior to the game.

Below is Coach Brown's press conference after the game, where he explains why the teams prayed and what Grace and Truth are. Coach Brown is a Christian who is not afraid to share his faith or the hope that he has in Christ.