“Then Jesus said, ‘Have the people sit down.’ There was plenty of grass in that place, so they sat down. The men numbered about 5,000. Then Jesus took the loaves, and after giving thanks He distributed them to those who were seated—so also with their fish,...

“For which of you, wanting to build a tower, doesn’t first sit down and calculate the cost to see if he has enough to complete it?” – Luke 14:28 Everything costs something! How many times have we heard our athletes say something like, “Coach, I wish I had...

“He first found his brother Simon and told him, ‘We have found the Messiah’ (which means “Anointed One”), and he brought him (Simon) to Jesus.” – John 1:41 Most successful coaches have learned the art of effective communication. Coaches are teachers in the...

“There are ‘friends’ who destroy each other, but a real friend sticks closer than a brother.” – Proverbs 18:24 The high school reunion brought back a wave of memories. The years instantly melted away as old friends picked up where they left off nearly...

“Take delight in the Lord, and He will give you your heart’s desires. - Psalm 37:4 Close your eyes for a moment and transport yourself back to the days of your childhood. What was that one physical activity that you would do for hours on end, no matter the...

“Then God said, ‘Let there be lights in the expanse of the sky to separate the day from the night. They will serve as signs for festivals and for days and years.’” – Genesis 1:14 There is nothing quite like the beginning of a new season. For a football...

“The Master said, ‘Well done, my good and faithful servant.” – Matthew 25:23 Leaders are in demand! In athletics, in business and in ministry, great leaders are highly valued. Leaders are called upon to inspire, motivate and encourage their teammates. They...

“Haughtiness goes before destruction; humility precedes honor.” – Proverbs 18:12 For the past month, the eyes of the world have been focused on soccer and the World Cup. National pride and gut-wrenching match play have been center-stage for millions to...

“I cannot relax or be still; I have no rest….” – Job 3:26 Most coaches I know are not very good at relaxing or being still. Much of this comes from the competitive nature of the profession. We are driven to succeed and spend a great deal of time and energy...

“Two are better than one because they have a good reward for their efforts. For if either falls, his companion can lift him up; but pity the one who falls without another to lift him up.” – Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 It’s not easy to build a team! As coaches,...

“Listen and pay attention! Do not be arrogant, for the Lord has spoken.” – Jeremiah 13:`15   We must always be on guard against self-importance and arrogance. There is an old joke about four guys on a plane: a Boy Scout, a minister, the smartest man...