“Imitate God, therefore, in everything you do, because you are his dear children.Live a life filled with love, following the example of Christ.– Ephesians 5:1-2aWhat players did you imitate as a kid? Growing up a huge baseball fan and watching the New York Yankees on the Game of the Week each Saturday, two of my favorite players were Mickey Mantle and Whitey Ford. Living on a farm in rural South Carolina made it difficult to find enough players for a pick-up game, so it w…
“So God has put the body together such that extra honor and care are given to those parts that have less dignity. This makes for harmony among the members, so that all the members care for each other. If one part suffers, all the parts suffer with it, and if one part is honored, all the parts are glad.”– 1 Corinthians 12:24-26What more liberating experience is there than to feel whole, purposeful and in sync?
“Do unto others whatever you would like them to do unto you. This is the essence of all that is taught in the law and the prophets.”– Matthew 7:12This is my team! It is composed of people like me—we make it what it is.
“Each of you must take responsibility for doing the creativebest you can with your own life.– Galatians 6:5 (The Message)As coaches, we are always talking to our players about responsibility. We demand that they be responsible for getting to practice on time. We expect them to be responsible for keeping up with their own equipment. We warn them to be responsible for their actions off the playing field or court.
“….let your good deeds shine out for all to see,so that everyone will praise your heavenly Father.– Matthew 5:16 (New Living Translation)Each one of us can recite the names of coaches who have had an impact on our lives. The men and women on my list believed in me and instilled a confidence in me to attempt things I didn’t think I was capable of. How about you? Who would be on your Mt.