Key Verse: “Do not judge others, and you will not be judged. For you will be treated as you treat others. The standard you use in judging is the standard by which you will be judged. And why worry about a speck in your friend’s eye when you have a log in your own?" - Matthew 7:1-3
Zack talked about joining in with his friend in making fun of other people. How much of an issue is that at your school? Who do they target at your school?
Why do so many Christians get involved with talking down to other students?
Shalee Lehning-Atlanta Dream
Stand Strong in Your Faith
Key Verse:"These trials will show that your faith is genuine. It is being tested as fire tests and purifies gold—though your faith is far more precious than mere gold. So when your faith remains strong through many trials, it will bring you much praise and glory and honor on the day when Jesus Christ is revealed to the whole world." - 1 Peter 1:7
Shalee has been asked many times about giving up. Why would athletes want to give up in their sport? Is this a common feeling? Explain.
Key Verse: "Do not withhold good from those who deserve it when it’s in your power to help them. If you can help your neighbor now, don’t say, 'Come back tomorrow, and then I’ll help you.'" - Proverbs 3:27-29
This hiker had issues. What were his main problems?
He kept saying, “I’m not this, or I’m not that.” He could have done something. What story in the Bible does this clip remind you about?
Luke Putney-High School Athlete
The Extra Mile-Feel Your Heart Beat
Key Verse:" But as for you, be strong and courageous, for your work will be rewarded." - 2 Chronicles 15:7
Luke went through a major brain surgery in middle school and lost his vision, but it did not hold him back. How would you respond to such a circumstance in your life? Where would you draw your strength from?
Luke’s wrestling coach mentioned that no one want to practice against him because he always goes all out. Is that how you practice? What can you learn from Luke’s example?
Key Verse:"Then he said to the crowd, 'If any of you wants to be my follower, you must turn from your selfish ways, take up your cross daily, and follow me.'" - Luke 9:23
Have you ever felt like your life is so messed up that you have blown your chance with God? Explain.
Christ does not love us based on our performance, but what He did at the cross for us. Have you ever struggled with feeling that you’re not doing enough for God? Why do you feel that way?
In the Christian faith, the cross symbolizes everything we believe. What does the cross of Christ mean to you?
Kati Poppert-Nebraska Cheerleader/Athlete
Pay It Forward-Give Back What God Gave You
Key Verse:"Whatever you give is acceptable if you give it eagerly. And give according to what you have, not what you don’t have." - 2 Corinthians 8:12
Kati is a great example of perseverance, and she has decided to give back what she has learned to others. Why is it so easy to just focus on our own problems rather than help others with their struggles?
Kati has displayed all the core values of integrity, teamwork, excellence, and serving. How has she shown excellence in her athletic career? What were the things holding her back?
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