Move over Brett Favre, there's someone else about whom the sports reporters want to talk. He's Michael Vick. The one and only. The man, the myth and the legend who is famous for his elusiveness on the gridiron. And the cruel overseer and participant of a dog-fighting ring which landed him in prison for the last two years.
Michael Vick has been shown mercy. He has been forgiven by some and will once again have a chance to strap on the helmet - this time with the Philadelphia Eagles. Philadelphia - the City of Brotherly Love. Isn't it interesting that it's Philadelphia that is demonstrating grace in the life of Michael Vick?
Tony Dungy, former Head Coach for the Indianapolis Colts and outspoken man of faith, has also become involved in Vick's life. Dungy visited Vick while he was imprisoned, and now has taken the younger Michael under his wing as a protoge.
Dungy understands the importance of investment. Dungy lost his son to suicide in 2005. Perhaps seeing this as an opportunity for redemption in his own life, Dungy has come alongside Vick as a mentor and an accountability partner. The relationship between these two men is a reminder to all of us of the importance of mentoring and accountability. We all need both in our lives. Just as important, there's someone in your life who needs mentoring and accountability from you.
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