Coaches Devotions

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Coaches Devotions

“Poverty and disgrace come to him who ignores instruction, but whoever heeds reproof is honored.” – Proverbs 13:18 (ESV) To be a great coach, a great athlete, or a great leader, you must have a “teachable spirit”. We have all seen that gifted and talented person who limits his or her potential because of arrogance, […] The post Teachability appeared first on SCFCA Coaches Ministry.

“Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content.” – Philippians 4:11 (ESV) You may think the grass is greener on the other side, but if you take the time to water your own grass, it could be just as green. It’s a […] The post Contentment appeared first on SCFCA Coaches Ministry.

Coach’s Mandate

Pray as though nothing of eternal value is going to happen in my athletes’ lives unless God does it. Prepare each practice and game, giving my utmost for His highest. Seek not to be served by my athletes for personal gain, but serve them as Christ served the church. The post Coach’s Mandate appeared first on SCFCA Coaches Ministry.

“A man without self-control is like a city broken into and left without walls.” – Proverbs 25:28 (ESV) As a high school student, I kept the shot chart for the varsity basketball coach. This required me to sit next to him on the bench during each game. He did a great job of keeping his emotions […] The post Under Control appeared first on SCFCA Coaches Ministry.

Walking Straight

“Teach me your way, O Lord, that I may walk in your truth….” – Psalm 86:11 (ESV) 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 and it also requires having the right equipment. I learned early […] The post Walking Straight appeared first on SCFCA Coaches Ministry.

What Did You Say?

“Set a guard, O Lord, over my mouth; keep watch over the door of my lips!” – Psalm 141:3 (ESV) C.J. Stroud was taken as the second-round pick of the Houston Texans in the 2023 NFL Draft. He went on to be chosen as the NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year finishing the season with […] The post What Did You Say? appeared first on SCFCA Coaches Ministry.

The Power of Fellowship

“And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near.” – Hebrews 10:24-25 (ESV) Sports can be an excellent way to connect with others […] The post The Power of Fellowship appeared first on SCFCA Coaches Ministry.

A Worthy Example

“For I have given you an example that you also should do just as I have done to you.” – John 13:15 (ESV) “I hope when people think of their interactions with me, they first think of Jesus.” These words spoken by long-time National Football League (NFL) wide receiver and special teams player Matthew Slater […] The post A Worthy Example appeared first on SCFCA Coaches Ministry.

“Shadrach, Meshack, and Abednego answered and said to the king, “O Nebuchadnezzar, we have no need to answer you in this matter. If this be so, our God whom we serve is able to deliver us from the burning furnace, and he will deliver us out of your hand O King. But if not, be […] The post Taking a Stand appeared first on SCFCA Coaches Ministry.

The Power of Patience

“Better is the end of a thing than its beginning, and the patient in spirit is better than the proud in spirit.” – Ecclesiastes 7:8 (ESV) In the world of athletics, patience is a powerful weapon. Experienced coaches know this, but rarely do we talk with our athletes about it. We certainly don’t hesitate to […] The post The Power of Patience appeared first on SCFCA Coaches Ministry.

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