Teachability

Teachability

“Poverty and disgrace come to him who ignores instruction, but whoever heeds reproof is honored.” – Proverbs 13:18 (ESV) To be a great coach, a great athlete, or a great leader, you must have a “teachable spirit”. We have all seen that...
Contentment

Contentment

“Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content.” – Philippians 4:11 (ESV) You may think the grass is greener on the other side, but if you take the time to water your own grass, it could be just...
Under Control

Under Control

 “A man without self-control is like a city broken into and left without walls.” – Proverbs 25:28 (ESV) As a high school student, I kept the shot chart for the varsity basketball coach. This required me to sit next to him on the bench during each...
Walking Straight

Walking Straight

 “Teach me your way, O Lord, that I may walk in your truth….” – Psalm 86:11 (ESV) If I had a dollar for every line I’ve painted on an athletic field, I’d be a wealthy man! Preparing a field for competition is an art and it also...
What Did You Say?

What Did You Say?

“Set a guard, O Lord, over my mouth; keep watch over the door of my lips!” – Psalm 141:3 (ESV) C.J. Stroud was taken as the second-round pick of the Houston Texans in the 2023 NFL Draft. He went on to be chosen as the NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year...