Expectations

Expectations

As the people were in expectation, and all were questioning in their hearts concerning John, whether he might be the Christ… – Luke 3:15 (ESV) As coaches, we know all too well about expectations. An expectation is defined as “a strong belief that something will...
The Value of Today

The Value of Today

Therefore, do not be anxious about tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble. – Matthew 6:34 (ESV) “To live in the past is easy. To live in the present is like threading a needle.” These words by Walker Perry in his...
Driving the Bus

Driving the Bus

Whoever trusts in his own mind is a fool, but he who walks in wisdom will be delivered. – Proverbs 28:26 (ESV) Have you ever thought too highly of yourself? I was guilty of falling into that trap as a young coach working with a very successful high school program. As...
New Beginnings

New Beginnings

Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. he old has passed away; behold, the new has come.” – 2 Corinthians 5:17 (ESV) Every season brings new players, new chemistry, new goals, and new experiences. No matter how long we’ve been coaching, there is...
Joy

Joy

I will greatly rejoice in the Lord; my soul shall exult in my God…. – Isaiah 61:10 (ESV) I have experienced many joys during my years of coaching. Being part of a state championship football team; winning region titles; and celebrating victories over major rivals are...