“But be doers of the word and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves.” – James 1:22 In the world of sport, thinking too highly of yourself is a dangerous road to travel. It’s an easy trap for athletes, coaches, and teams to fall into. The media and fans often go...

“The slacker craves, yet has nothing, but the diligent is fully satisfied.”– Proverbs 13:4 Two talented quarterbacks, each very capable of leading our team. Deciding which one would start in our season opener was an easy decision for me to make. Jake...

 “This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.”– Psalm 118:24 In his book Inside Out Coaching, Joe Ehrmann tells the story of a struggling Syracuse University lacrosse team that was down by a score of 7 – 3 at halftime. It was an...

“To the law and the testimony! If they do not speak accordingto this word, there will be no dawn for them.”– Isaiah 8:20 Successful coaches are always learning! You can go to any clinic in the country and find the best coaches sitting on the front row....

 “Teach me Your way, Lord, and I will live by Your truth.Give me an undivided mind to fear Your name.”– Psalm 86:11 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,...

“The Lord is near to the broken hearted and saves the crushed in spirit.”– Psalm 34:18 Sport is a two-headed monster. In most every competition, there is the thrill of victory, but there is also the agony of defeat. Things haven’t gone the way you...

Why are you looking among the dead for someone who is alive?He isn’t here! He is risen from the dead.– Luke 24:5-6 What sports fan doesn’t enjoy a great comeback? A ninth inning grand slam disappearing into a sea of screaming fans to bring your team...

Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing themin the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit,teaching them to observe everything I have commanded you.And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age.   ...

Only carefully obey the command and instruction that Moses the Lord’s servant gave you; to love the Lord you God, walk in His ways, keep His commands, remain faithful to Him, and serve Him with all your heart and all your soul.– Joshua 22:5  How many...

Don’t team up with those who are unbelievers. How can righteousnessbe a partner with wickedness? How can light live with darkness?– 2 Corinthians 6:14 When we work together, common people can achieve uncommon results. There is a story about a man who...

A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.– Proverbs 17:22 The situation wasn’t good. My 10-year old pitcher was struggling to find the plate. He had walked the bases loaded and the look on his face indicated that his...

So then, each of us will give an account of ourselves to God.– Romans 14:12 As Jason stood in my office, I was caught off guard by his body language. Usually a high energy guy, he was listless. Never at a loss for words, Jason was quiet. The look on his...