Worth More Than the Birds
“Aren’t five sparrows sold for two pennies? Yet not one of them is forgotten in God’s sight. Indeed, the hairs of your head are all counted. Don’t...
“Aren’t five sparrows sold for two pennies? Yet not one of them is forgotten in God’s sight. Indeed, the hairs of your head are all counted. Don’t...
As competitors, we know what it means to sacrifice. But that same concept can apply to our lives of faith.
“Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!” – Philippians 4:4 Some of the greatest celebrations are found in the end zone. Whether...
“ For the entire law is fulfilled in one statement: Love your neighbor as yourself.” – Galatians 5:14 When I was in high school, my basketball...
“These are the things you must do: Speak truth to one another; make true and sound decisions within your city gates. Do not plot evil in your...
“Be strong and courageous, for you will distribute the land I swore to their fathers to give them as an inheritance. Above all, be strong and...
“For nothing is will be impossible with God.” – Luke 1:37 I absolutely love a good upset in sports! Some of my all-time favorites are when the USA...
“I do not run like one who runs aimlessly or box like one beating the air. Instead, I discipline my body and bring it under strict control, so...
“I am continually overcome with longing for your judgments.” – Psalm 119:20 Why are there rules in sports? Can you imagine competing in a sport...
“Finally, be strengthened by the Lord and by his vast strength.” – Ephesians 6:10 According to some powerlifting websites, the most weight ever...
Every day, we experience 4 O’s when we face decisions as leaders: Opportunity, Opposition, Obedience, and Outcome
“For I fully expect and hope that I will never be ashamed, but that I will continue to be bold for Christ, as I have been in the past. And I trust...
“When you present a blind animal for sacrifice, is it not wrong? And when you present a lame or sick animal, is it not wrong? Bring it to your...
Injuries are a part of virtually every competitor's career. But while they may sideline us physically they don't have to spiritually.
“ Shepherd God’s flock among you, not overseeing out of compulsion but willingly, as God would have you; not out of greed for money but eagerly;...
For I desire loyalty and not sacrifice, the knowledge of God rather than burnt offerings.–Hosea 6:6 Loyalty is essential in the world of sports....
When he showed him the place, the man of God cut a stick, threw it there, and made the iron float. — 2 Kings 6:6b If a person tried to build or...
“If you keep silent at this time, liberation and deliverance will come to the Jewish people from another place, but you and your father's...
“Not paying back evil for evil or insult for insult but, on the contrary, giving a blessing, since you were called for this, so that you can...
Life demands toughness. I thought it was tough being a student. Then I got a real job. Tough! I thought it was tough playing in the NFL. Then I got...
“And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them. For...
“Be sober-minded, be alert. Your adversary the devil is prowling around like a roaring lion, looking for anyone he can devour.” – 1 Peter 5:8...
God is with us, holding us tight against Him, not allowing us to be fumbled or dropped. He is our faithful God!
As athletes, most of us have experienced victory on the playing field, in the gym, on the road, etc., whether on a team or as an individual....
Barry Spofford, a friend and spiritual mentor, passed away on April 25, 2015. Six days later, on April 30, hundreds of people attended his...
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