Theme Overview
For many coaches and athletes, feelings of uncertainty, confusion, loss, and disappointment can seem like an undeniable reality. However, the truth is that our identity in Christ is greater than our identity in sports. It’s our confidence in Christ that wipes away any uncertainty of this world.
Much like we pursue our goals in sports, God does the same with us. He pursues us. He loves us and accepts us as we are. Success is no longer defined by our skills. With Him, we can leave the pressure of performance behind. With Him, we’re already a winner. His sacrifice for us gives us significance. We have a new purpose when we play. We can pursue the mission He has paved for us: a relationship with Him.
Theme Verse
“Pursue righteousness and a godly life, along with faith, love, perseverance, and gentleness.”
(1 Timothy 6:11)
What’s the truth we want coaches and athletes to experience this year?
It’s important that we continue exercising the truth that our identity in Christ is greater than our identity in sports by pursuing Jesus and the calling that He has on our life for this next season. Our prayer is that coaches and athletes will move from a state of uncertainty to a position of confidence as a result of their pursuit of Jesus.
Pursue Truth
Rather than pursuing material things that won’t last, it’s important to pursue the ultimate truth that can only be found in the Gospel of Jesus Christ. We can be in pursuit of that truth by reading Scripture, praying, and desiring accountability with other believers.
Pursue Life
It’s important to not be consumed with unhealthy motivations that drive you into meaningless pursuits. If we open our heart to God and allow Him to examine it, we will find ourselves in a position of surrender that will help us pursue the rich and satisfying life that can be found in a relationship with Jesus Christ.
Pursue Team
Part of taking the next step in your faith journey is to realize that we can’t go it alone. We need a righteous and encouraging team to do life with!
Pursue Mission
God has a specific calling on each of our lives. It’s important to begin to pursue our mission and start walking in the fullness of what God has laid out for us to do.
Pursue Truth
Rather than pursuing material things that won’t last, it’s important to pursue the ultimate truth that can only be found in the Gospel of Jesus Christ. We can be in pursuit of that truth by reading Scripture, praying, and desiring accountability with other believers.
Pursue Life
It’s important to not be consumed with unhealthy motivations that drive you into meaningless pursuits. If we open our heart to God and allow Him to examine it, we will find ourselves in a position of surrender that will help us pursue the rich and satisfying life that can be found in a relationship with Jesus Christ.
Pursue Team
Part of taking the next step in your faith journey is to realize that we can’t go it alone. We need a righteous and encouraging team to do life with!
Pursue Mission
God has a specific calling on each of our lives. It’s important to begin to pursue our mission and start walking in the fullness of what God has laid out for us to do.