The Anointed

The Anointed

“I will set shepherds over them who will care for them, and they shall fear no more, nor be dismayed, neither shall any be missing, declares the Lord.” – Jeremiah 23:4 (ESV) Some of the most influential people in my life have been coaches. It was a...
Values

Values

 “For what does it benefit someone to gain the whole world and yet lose his life? What can anyone give in exchange for his life?” – Mark 8:36-37 Values are essential to effective leadership. Here’s a simple definition: “Values are norms...
Identity

Identity

“I am the gate. If anyone enters by me, he will be saved and will come in and go out and find pasture. A thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I have come so that they may have life and have it in abundance. – John 10:9-10 One of the driving...
Purpose

Purpose

 “For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared ahead of time for us to do.” – Ephesians:2:10 The world of sports is filled with discussions of success and failure. The most notable form is the scoreboard; it...
Small Stuff

Small Stuff

 “Noah did this; he did all that God commanded him.” – Genesis 6:22 (ESV) I have been a baseball fan since I was eight years old. The game has everything a kid would love—running, sliding, catching, and throwing. The game is magical to me, and I am...
Hi Mom

Hi Mom

  “She opens her mouth with wisdom, and the teaching of kindness is on her tongue.” – Proverbs 31:26 (ESV) Hi Mom! I’m thinking about you today, but the truth is, I think about you every day. I know every little boy didn’t have a mom like...