All-american recreation BIBLICAL LESSONS
|
|
- Osborne Norton
- 5 years ago
- Views:
Transcription
1 All-american recreation BIBLICAL LESSONS 1
2 Weekly Memory verses Evaluations week His master replied Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things, I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master s happiness. Matthew 25: 21 Team Practice 1 Good planning and hard work lead to prosperity, but hasty shortcuts lead to poverty. Proverbs 21:5 Team Practice 2 Many are the plans in a man s heart, but it is the Lord s purpose that prevails. Proverbs 19:21 Team Practice 3 Never be lazy in your work, but serve the Lord enthusiastically. Romans 12:11 Team Practice 4 A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity. Proverbs 17:17 Team Practice 5 Each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve others, faithfully administering God s grace in its various forms. Ephesians 4:10 Team Practice 6 Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows. James 1:17 Team Practice 7 For this very reason, make every effort to add to your faith goodness; and to goodness, knowledge; and to knowledge, self-control; and to self-control, perseverance and to perseverance, godliness. 2 Pet. 5:5-6 Team Practice 8 Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. Colossians 4:2 Team Practice 9 Parents Week Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your request to God. Philippians 4:6 - REVIEW Team Practice 10 (1-2 grade only) His master replied Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things, I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master s happiness. Matthew 25: 21 2
3 Outreach resources Bibles We have NIV New Testament Bibles available for you to give to any player you see fit. If there is a player on your team who either makes a decision for Christ, or shows interest in spiritual things, but does not own a Bible, please feel free to give one away to that child. Bibles are available in the equipment cage attached to the gymnasium. Postcards Every child should receive at least 1 postcard during the season as a means of follow up. Please feel free to send cards as often as you like to encourage players and to have more touches on their lives throughout the season. Many times, receiving a postcard from their coach is one of the most memorable moments of the entire season for a player! Postcards are available in the equipment cage attached to the gymnasium. Addresses will be provided during the season to all coaches, but if you need one prior to that time, please ask an AAR staff member and we will be happy to get those for you. Please address these postcards yourself and then give them to an AAR staff member to be stamped and mailed. 3
4 Curriculum OverView Information taken from: Transforming Children into Spiritual Champions by George Barna (pages 61-64) Playing with a Purpose In our national research, we find that almost half of all adults say they are still seeking meaning and purpose in life. Among teenagers, 2 out of 3 are still seeking that sense of direction. Not surprisingly, the figures are highest among adolescents. We see this kind of confusion all around us, every day-people who meander through life, aimless and lethargic, capable but unproductive, comfortable but unfulfilled. That s a sure sign that even if they claim Jesus Christ as their Savior and acknowledge their existence as a gift from God, they do not understand why God created them. Meaning and purpose in life are gained by developing spiritual understanding. Meaning and purpose are not all about occupational choices, educational degrees, marital status, financial security, personal achievement or leisure and recreational pursuits. It is about knowing God so intimately that you can discern His calling upon your life. Establishing an unwavering commitment to God s calling should trump your devotion to realizing your personal desires every time (although when you consistently live for God, His desires eventually become indistinguishable form your desires). For instance, I ve interviewed hundreds of people who have devoted themselves to trying to lead people, lonely to discover that they are unsuccessful and frustrated in their efforts. The reason for their ineffectiveness, though, is no that people are bad at taking direction but that perhaps the leader lacks the resources to fulfill the people s plans. In their words, the individual decided to be a leader even though God did not call him or her to be one. When you try to be something that God did not make you to be, you can count on a life of frustration, dissatisfaction and failure. When you listen to the voice of God to discern what He has called you to be, then you are in line for the blessings that enable you to succeed in the ventures for which He created you. How, then, can we help young people begin to focus on God s purposes for their lives as early as possible? Vision As believers our life mission is to love God with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength. More specific than this, God has a vision for each individual about how they can use their gifts, passions, and talents to further the kingdom. Grasping Purpose As a believer you want to grasp God s purpose for your life so that you can move from survival and salvation to sustainable significance in Christ. Exploding with Passion One way to know if we have truly ascertained God s vision for our lives is to evaluate our passion for that calling. Because the vision optimizes what God has invested in us, and because it is the opportunity to pursue something significant to God and His kingdom while simultaneously maximizing our personal resources, it should ignite tremendous excitement and energy. Strengthening Perseverance There is no chance that we can accomplish this life purpose without relying on God to work in us. We must deepen our reliance on God to meet our own potential. Finding Power God s vision for our life exceeds our capabilities so we must submit to his calling and allow him to work in and through us. 4 Experiencing Pleasure Serving God is not undertaken without suffering and struggle, but when we are doing His will in His way for His purposes, we will find a level of fulfillment unlike any we could otherwise experience in life.
5 Lesson: EVALUATION WEEK WEEK OF NOVEMBER 3RD This session will be taught by the master coach to the whole group at once. The emphasis will be on introducing the Pyramid of Success. Word Focus for the Practice Session = Success Read Pyramid for Success Introduction pg. 13- John Wooden and Jay Carty Play Book: (God s Word) read the scripture below with the players Parable of the Talents Read Matthew 25: Parable of the talents. Success is our goal: Success is a peace of mind which is a direct result of self-satisfaction in knowing you did your best to become the best that you are capable of becoming. You did everything you could to bring glory to God with your life. Practice: Introduce to the players that at each practice they will be practicing drills that will help them understand the different steps to help them achieve ultimate success. Timeout Debrief: Developing Doing all to God s Glory (Matthew 25:14-30) Did the first two servants try to do their best? Did the third servant try to do his best? What did the third servant do? Do I strive to be the best that God wants me to be or do I just try to get by like the third servant? Read God s word: Book of John or Galatians 5 His master replied Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things, I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master s happiness. Matthew 25: 21 5
6 Lesson: Team practice 1 WEEK OF NOVEMBER 9th EGYPTIAN RULE IN EFFECT Word Focus for the Practice Session = Industriousness Hard Work Read Pyramid for Success Building Block 1 (Part One) - Industriousness (Hard Work) - John Wooden and Jay Carty Practice: Integrate These Drills into Your Practice Session : (1) Slide and Sprint (pg 5) - Stress proper technique on slides (if they cross legs use as an example of taking a shortcut) (2) Suicides (pg 16) at the end of practice a little Hard Work conditioning. Make sure they touch each line and don t take shortcuts. Play Book: Hard Work is our goal: There is no substitute for work. Worthwhile results come from hard work and careful planning. Timeout Debrief: Larry Bird was not a natural athlete or basketball player. He just had determination and he worked hard every day to become a better basketball player. He is one of the best to play in the NBA. I work hard because I want to be better than everybody else (True or False)? Do I look for the easiest way to complete my chores? (Do I stuff my clothes under the bed or the closet instead of in the drawer?) Wouldn t it be better to just put it in the drawer before your parents tell you to do so? Do I strive to be the best that my parents want me to be or do I just try to get by? Are there other areas in your life that need some hard work? What are they? Make a plan this week to work on those areas of your life that need hard work. 6
7 Lesson: Team practice 2 WEEK OF NOVEMBER 16th EGYPTIAN RULE IN EFFECT Word Focus for the Practice Session = Industriousness Planning Read Pyramid for Success Building Block 1 (Part Two) - Industriousness (Planning) - John Wooden and Jay Carty Practice: Integrate These Drills into Your Practice Session : (1) Give and Go s (pg 13) - Stress to the players the planning of the pass to the basket, leading with the ball is proper planning (2) Knockout (pg 9) What is the strategy to protect their ball but make the others lose their ball? Play Book: Planning is our goal: There is no substitute for work. Worthwhile results come from hard work and careful planning. Timeout Debrief: Are you real organized and do you plan out all that you will do during the day (get them to raise hands)? Do you think a successful person is organized or just let s things just happen? Do you plan out your day before it gets started? Do you make a plan when you have to get your schoolwork done? When your house was built, do you think the builder used a plan to build it? Are successful basketball teams disciplined and organized or do they just show up and play the game? Do they practice and have a game plan? Discuss what a game plan is to the players. Try to go out and plan how you can make your mom or dad happy this week... 7
8 Lesson: Team practice 3 WEEK OF NOVEMBER 30th EGYPTIAN RULE IN EFFECT Word Focus for the Practice Session = Enthusiasm Read Pyramid for Success Building Block 2 - Enthusiasm - John Wooden and Jay Carty Practice: Integrate These Drills into Your Practice Session : (1) Gotcha (pg 7) - Hopefully the players will get excited in the competition and show some enthusiasm (2) On the Move Dribbling (pg 9) a competition and make sure each team is cheering for their teammates. Play Book: Enthusiasm is our goal: Brushes off with those with whom you come in contact. You must truly enjoy what you are doing. Timeout Debrief: Do you enjoy everything that you do? Do you enjoy doing the chores that your parents ask you to do? What are the three things you most enjoy doing (have them list them)? What are three things you really do not enjoy doing? Do you have a favorite sports team that you are enthusiastic about? How can you become more enthusiastic about the things you do not enjoy doing? Does your teachers want you to be enthusiastic in all you do at school? How can your enthusiasm rub off on those around you this week? 8
9 Lesson: Team practice 4 WEEK OF DECEMBER 7th EGYPTIAN RULE NO LONGER IN EFFECT Word Focus for the Practice Session = Friendship Read Pyramid for Success Building Block 3 - Friendship - John Wooden and Jay Carty Practice: Integrate These Drills into Your Practice Session : (1) Slide Passing (pg 10) - Sharing the ball back and forth between teammate/friend (2) Pick and Roll (pg 14) helping a teammate get a clear path to the basket by setting a pick (helping the friend score the goal for the good of the team). Play Book: (God s Word) review the bold verse with your team Eccles. 4:12 A person standing alone can be attacked and defeated, but two can stand back-to-back and conquer. Three are even better, for a triple-braided cord is not easily broken. Friendship is our goal: Comes from mutual esteem, respect and devotion. Like marriage, it must not be taken for granted but requires a joint effort. Timeout Debrief: Developing Doing all to God s Glory (Prov. 17:17) Do you know what a friend is? Do you have friends? Do friends look out for each other? Share an experience of how a friend really helped you out or you helped a friend. How can we show friendship on the basketball court? Are friends only thinking of themselves or do they pass the ball to wide open teammates? How would Christ want us to show our friendship on the basketball court? A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity. Proverbs 17:17 9
10 Lesson: Team practice 5 WEEK OF DECEMBER 14th Word Focus for the Practice Session = Cooperation Read Pyramid for Success Building Block 4 - Cooperation - John Wooden and Jay Carty Practice: Integrate These Drills into Your Practice Session : (1) Three Man Weave (pg 15) - Stress that you must work together (cooperate) to make this drill work (2) Give and Gos (pg 13) This drill will not work unless the work together. Help them understand the concept of cooperation. Play Book: (God s Word) review the bold verses with your team Eccles. 4:9 Two people can accomplish more than twice as much as one; they get a better return for their labor. Cooperation is our goal: With all levels of your coworkers (co players), Listen if you want to be heard. Be interested in finding the best way, not in having your own way. Timeout Debrief: Developing Doing all to God s Glory (Eph. 4:10) Do you yell at brothers/sisters or your friends when they are not cooperating with your requests? Do you try to find the best way to get something done or just your way? Are you a good team player or are you more interested in your own game? Give a few examples of teams with less talent but had great cooperation and teamwork (US Hockey 1980 Olympics, Atlanta Braves 1991 worst to first) Can you make your family better this week by cooperating with brothers/sisters/mom/dad and try to build a team> Each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve others, faithfully administering God s grace in its various forms. Ephesians 4:10 10
11 Lesson: Team practice 6 WEEK OF JANUARY 4th Word Focus for the Practice Session = Loyalty Read Pyramid for Success Building Block 5 - Loyalty - John Wooden and Jay Carty Practice: Integrate These Drills into Your Practice Session : (1) Three on Two (pg 15) - Stress that the two defenders have to remain loyal to each other to accomplish defending the goal (2) Free Throw Penalties (pg 16) at the end of practice a little conditioning. The players have to be loyal to each other buy practicing their free throws during the week otherwise the whole team is penalized for one of the players not. Play Book: (God s Word) review the bold verses with your team 2 Thes. 2:15 So then, brethren, stand firm and hold to the traditions which you were taught, whether by word of mouth or by letter from us. Loyalty is our goal: To yourself and to all those depending upon you. Keep your self-respect. Timeout Debrief: Developing Doing all to God s Glory (James 1:17) Have the players tell you what they think loyalty is. Are you loyal to your friends when you are caught in a tough position? Give examples, your friend is caught taking a cookie out of the cookie jar when they were not supposed to and you took one too but were not caught. Do you confess or let you friend take all the punishment? Are you loyal to God? Do you fight for what you know what God would want? Are you loyal to your parents and do what they would want even though you are at school? Do you work your hardest at practice and in a game to show your loyalty to your teammates? How can you be more loyal to your teammates this week? Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows. James 1:17 11
12 Lesson: Team practice 7 WEEK OF JANUARY 11th Word Focus for the Practice Session = Self-Control Read Pyramid for Success Building Block 6 - Self-Control - John Wooden and Jay Carty Practice: Integrate These Drill into Your Practice Session : (1) Line Shooting (pg 8) - Even though they need to hurry to win the contest they must practice self control in their shooting (proper technique-beef) otherwise they are not going to make it and waste time and hurt their team. Play Book: (God s Word) review the bold verses with your team 2 Pet. 5:6 Knowing God leads to self-control. Self-control leads to patient endurance, and patient endurance leads to godliness. Self-control is our goal: Practice self-discipline and keep emotions under control. Good judgment and common sense are essential. Timeout Debrief: Developing Doing all to God s Glory (2 Pet 1:5-11) Does anyone know the story of Joseph and Potipher s house. Share the story of how Joseph showed self control with his difficult situation at Potipher s home and with prison. Are you showing self-control when your brother/sister hits you and you hit them back? What areas of your life do you have the most difficulty with showing self-control. On the basketball court, what is the best reaction when another player elbows you in the side? Should you rub it in when you are annihilating another team? Is that showing self-control? How can you show self-control this week at home? For this very reason, make every effort to add to your faith goodness; and to goodness, knowledge; and to knowledge, self-control; and to self-control, perseverance and to perseverance, godliness. 2 Pet. 5:5-6 12
13 Lesson: Team practice 8 WEEK OF JANUARY 18th Word Focus for the Practice Session = Alertness Read Pyramid for Success Building Block 7 - Alertness - John Wooden and Jay Carty Practice: Integrate These Drills into Your Practice Session : (1) Partner Zig Zags (pg 11) - Emphasize the fact that the defensive player must always be alert and be able to defend the offensive players moves (2) Shell Drill (pg 11) When on defense the player must be alert as to where their player is, where the ball is and where the basket is. Play Book: (God s Word) review the bold verses with your team I Thes. 5:6 So let s not sleepwalk through life like those others. Let s keep our eyes open and be smart. Alertness is our goal: Be observing constantly. Stay open minded. Be eager to learn and improve. Timeout Debrief: Developing Doing all to God s Glory (Col. 4:2) Are you alert to God talking to you (your heart)? Do you pay attention to your parents/teachers/those in authority when they are speaking to you? Do you listen well to others or do you tune people out? Are you alert to sin in your life? Do you know what sin is? Do you know how you can be cleansed from your sin? Are you alert on the basketball court? Are you paying attention to what your teammates are doing? Are you paying attention to what your opponent is doing? To be a good teammate, you must be alert? To get closer to God, you must be alert to the sin in your life and seek to have God guide you. Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. Colossians 4:2 13
14 Lesson: Team practice 9 WEEK OF JANUARY 25th Word Focus for the Practice Session = Initiative Read Pyramid for Success Building Block 8 - Initiative - John Wooden and Jay Carty Practice: Integrate These Drills into Your Practice Session : (1) Setting Up (pg 13) - The players must take initiative by going to their correct spot. The point guard must take initiative by setting the play in motion. (2) Setting Picks or Screens (pg 14) Sometimes a player takes the initiative to come set a pick to get another player an open lane to the basket. Play Book: (God s Word) review the bold verses with your team Luke 22:44 He prayed more fervently, and he was in such agony of spirit that his sweat fell to the ground like great drops of blood. Initiative is our goal: Cultivate the ability to make decisions and think alone. Do not be afraid of failure, but learn from it. Timeout Debrief: Developing Doing all to God s Glory (Phil. 4:4-9) Are you frightened sometimes when you are going to a new place or doing something you have never done before? Do you not do something because you are convinced you will fail at it if you try? Do you learn from mistakes you make or do you just continue to make the same mistakes? Did you know that God knows everything that is going on in the world today? (Matt 6:25-34) If God knows and cares about even the lilies in the field, don t you think he will provide for all your needs? God loves you and wants to have a relationship with you. Do you know how to have a relationship with God? (Share the gospel and give the plan of salvation)/ Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your request to God. Philippians 4:6 14
15 Lesson: YEAR-END REVIEW WEEK OF FEBRUARY 19th This session will be a review of the concept of success. The emphasis will be on reviewing the Pyramid of Success. Word Focus for the Practice Session = Success Read Pyramid for Success Introduction pg. 13- John Wooden and Jay Carty Play Book: (God s Word) read the scripture below with the players Parable of the Talents Read Matthew 25: Parable of the talents. Success is our goal: Success is a peace of mind which is a direct result of self-satisfaction in knowing you did your best to become the best that you are capable of becoming. You did everything you could to bring glory to God with your life. Practice: Review with the players some of the drills they practiced and how the drills tied into concepts taught in the building blocks of success. Timeout Debrief: Developing Doing all to God s Glory Ask them if they remember and can define the concept of each of these building blocks: Hard Work Planning Friendship Loyalty Cooperation Enthusiasm Self-Control Alertness Initiative Can they claim the verse below as theirs? Have they accomplished doing everything this basketball season to God s glory? His master replied Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things, I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master s happiness. Matthew 25: 21 15
SAMPLE. Page: 1 of 17
Page: 1 of 17 October 27, 2011 Here is your personal Pyramid of Success that was generated based on the how you rated yourself on each indicator in the Individual Success Assessment. Use the color key
More informationThe Warm- Up. The Workout TEAM. Lesson: Strong Faith
Lesson: Strong Faith Warm- In this game, we are going to take two volunteers. One will be blindfolded. other will serve as the blindfolded person s eyes. re will be several random objects scattered across
More informationParent - Practice - Partner. him Immanuel (which means God with us ). Matthew 1:23. Athlete Memorized Parent Memorized. Devotion:
3 CHRIST Word 3 CHRIST Word Week 11 Week 1 1 The In the virgin beginning will conceive was the Word, give birth to the a son, Word was they with will call God, him Immanuel (which means God with us ).
More informationINTRODUCTION DESPERATION AS A VIRTUE TOWARDS DEPENDENCE ON GOD
INTRODUCTION DESPERATION AS A VIRTUE TOWARDS DEPENDENCE ON GOD We live in a culture where desperation is not welcome. Just hearing the word can instill fear, anxiety, inadequacy, and discomfort. Our culture
More informationThe church sends out missionaries.
Sent by the Church Sent by the Church Lesson 11 Bible Point The church sends out missionaries. Bible Verse But you are not like that, for you are a chosen people. You are royal priests, a holy nation,
More informationFCA Student Leader Training Thursday, August 16 th BPCC Gym. Northwest LA FCA Staff. Terry Slack (318)
Northwest LA FCA Staff Terry Slack tslack@fca.org (318) 465-0979 FCA Student Leader Training Thursday, August 16 th BPCC Gym Lynn Mitchell lmitchell@fca.org (318) 286-3749 Hayden Slack hslack@fca.org (318)
More informationGrowth Group Homework For the week of April 27, 2014
Growth Group Homework For the week of April 27, 2014 QUICK REVIEW Looking back at your notes from this week s teaching, Leading Well, was there anything that particularly caught your attention, challenged
More informationThe Purpose of Work Doing Business With God - Part 1
The Purpose of Work Doing Business With God - Part 1 What do people really get for all their hard work? Eccl. 3:9 (NLT) 6 PURPOSES 1. The one who stays on the job has food on the table. Pr. 12:11 (MSG)
More informationWEEK 3: GOAL SETTING Setting Goals in Faith WHY I NEED TO SET PERSONAL GOALS
WEEK 3: GOAL SETTING Setting Goals in Faith WHY I NEED TO SET PERSONAL GOALS 1. God plans to bring all of history to its goal in Christ. Then Christ will be the head of everything in heaven and on earth!
More informationTHE REAL REASON TO LOVE AND RESPECT It s an eternal perspective
THE REAL REASON TO LOVE AND RESPECT It s an eternal perspective We have just 2 weeks left and I have really enjoyed doing this series with you all. I am so proud of all of you and your attention and your
More informationFAMILY DEVOTIONAL 30-DAY PRAYER CHALLENGE. Prestonwood
FAMILY DEVOTIONAL Prestonwood Join us at Prestonwood for special opportunities to observe the NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER with our church family on Thursday, May 7. The Chapel and/or Worship Center will be
More informationFinish what you Start PERSEVERANCE:
Sports Story: Lolo Jones Bible Story: Noah Key point I: Imagine the end result. Key point II: God will always be there when circumstances change. Introduction One of the greatest lessons of life to learn
More informationLIFE TOGETHER. The Life Group Experience. A 4-week Study
LIFE TOGETHER The Life Group Experience A 4-week Study Christianity means community through Jesus Christ and in Jesus Christ. No Christian community is more or less than this. Dietrich Bonhoeffer INTRODUCTION
More informationContents. Foreword 9 let s Get started: what s the Problem? 11
Contents Foreword 9 let s Get started: what s the Problem? 11 Section One New Years 1. Celebrating a new year 16 Practical Help 1: Holiday Prayers and Goals for a New Year 22 Practical Help 2: Examples
More informationONE GREAT TASK SESSION 6. The Point. The Passage. The Bible Meets Life. The Setting. Each of us must share the gospel.
SESSION 6 ONE GREAT TASK The Point Each of us must share the gospel. The Passage 2 Timothy 2:1-10 The Bible Meets Life The struggle to find hope and purpose is universal. Earlier in this study, we saw
More informationA Teenage Home Where Everybody Wins (and nobody kills each other)
A Teenage Home Where Everybody Wins (and nobody kills each other) Ty Schenzel, Presenter Director of Hope Center for Kids-Omaha, NE Community Builder Activity: Let It Fly! Let s Talk About It: (discussion
More informationLesson One Why We Need Each Other?
Lesson One Why We Need Each Other? Since we are all one body in Christ, we belong to each other, and each of us needs all the others. Romans 12:5b (NLT) 1. I NEED OTHERS TO WITH ME. Just as you received
More informationNCSL Baseball Devotional Handbook
NCSL Baseball Devotional Handbook For physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come. 1 Timothy 4:8 Table of
More informationThe 3 Stages in Making a Disciple
Discipleshippacket 1 Matt 28:19-20 NLT Therefore, go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. Teach these new disciples to obey all
More informationGIRLS Weekly Devotions
GIRLS Weekly Devotions Devotion Guide for Coaches OVERVIEW Everyone loves a good story! Jesus used stories to capture people s imagination. He used everyday situations they were familiar with to teach
More informationFaithfulness. Lesson 8. A. Rom. 3:25; 1 Cor. 2:5; 15:14, 17; 2 Cor. 1:24; 3:23; Phil. 1:25; 2:17; 1 Thess. 3:2; 2 Thess. 1:3; 3:2.
"Scripture taken from the NEW AMERICAN STANDARD BIBLE, Copyright 1960, 1962, 1963, 1968, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1975, 1977, 1995 by The Lockman Foundation Used by permission." (www.lockman.org) Faithfulness
More informationNew Year s Message 2016
New Year s Message 2016 A New Year s Challenge (1/3/16) This morning we stand at the beginning of a new year. What makes a new year special is the fact that it s new! Every New Year brings with it new
More informationLIVING FOR CHRIST AT HOME. A Challenge for Teens
LIVING FOR CHRIST AT HOME A Challenge for Teens Living For Christ at Home: A Challenge for Teens 2017 Elisabeth Rienow All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval
More informationMONDAY LUNCH DEVOTIONAL CHOOSE TO BE KIND
MONDAY LUNCH DEVOTIONAL CHOOSE TO BE KIND Scripture Reading: Galatians 5:22 25 By contrast, the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, generosity, faithfulness, gentleness, and self
More informationDISCIPLESHIP GROWING TOGETHER IN GOD. Antioch Community Church Fort Collins
DISCIPLESHIP GROWING TOGETHER IN GOD Antioch Community Church Fort Collins DISCIPLESHIP GROWING TOGETHER IN GOD Thanks for picking up this discipleship handbook! We re so excited you re interested in participating
More information7 DEADLY SINS OF CHURCH-PLANTING SEVEN MISTAKES WE MADE AT newlife AND HOW WE SURVIVED
7 DEADLY SINS OF CHURCH-PLANTING SEVEN MISTAKES WE MADE AT newlife AND HOW WE SURVIVED MATTHEW 16:18 NLT I will build my church, and all the powers of hell will not conquer it. 7 DEADLY SINS OF CHURCH
More informationRed Oak Church
1 of 9 Phil. 4:1 Therefore, my brothers, whom I love and long for, my joy and crown, stand firm thus in the Lord, my beloved. Phil. 4:2 I entreat Euodia and I entreat Syntyche to agree in the Lord. 3 Yes,
More informationI. Discerning God's Will Is All-important to Those Who Desire to Walk With Him.
DISCERNING GOD'S WILL Purpose: To communicate the importance of seeking God's will and how to discern His will when making decisions. Learning Objectives: 1. To understand God's desire to lead us in His
More informationSermon preached at Faith Presbyterian Church, Springfield, Virginia, on Sunday, July 22, 1990, by the Rev. W. Graham Smith, D.D.
Sermon preached at Faith Presbyterian Church, Springfield, Virginia, on Sunday, July 22, 1990, by the Rev. W. Graham Smith, D.D. MATTHEW 5:48 Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect.
More informationJoy in Christ Centered Ministry - Part 2 Philippians 1: "If dying is not gain, then living is not Christ."
Joy in Christ Centered Ministry - Part 2 Philippians 1:19-26 "If dying is not gain, then living is not Christ." Introduction: There have been a few times in my life that I realized I was totally out of
More informationSHARP 2 GET. devotional journal for foreword
foreword Hebrews 4:12 (ESV) For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts
More informationPSO FOOTBALL. Weekly Value Lessons. MASCULINITY 8 Virtues of a Man
PSO FOOTBALL 2016 Weekly Value Lessons MASCULINITY 8 Virtues of a Man Table of Contents MASCULINITY 8 Virtues of a Man Week: Date Review 1. Humility It s not about you 8/27-9/2 9/3 2. Integrity The Real
More informationDevotion Guide for Coaches
Devotion Guide for Coaches OVERVIEW We have an opponent who is out to win. We can t see him, but we know he is real by the frustration and harm he brings. Fortunately, God is always on our side. He gives
More informationHead. Coach. God. cheering for them and for. you. unit 2. He is. You and your students are children of
Head You and your students are children of God Coach unit 2 He is cheering for them and for you. Champions believe this, even when no one else does. Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder
More information1. LEADER PREPARATION
TIME OUT! PAUSING OUR LIVES TO GROW WITH JESUS Week 2: The Benefits of Scripture Memorization This includes: 1. Leader Preparation 2. Lesson Guide 1. LEADER PREPARATION LESSON OVERVIEW The human brain
More informationThe fruit (singular) of the Spirit is love and the other eight are listed: Joy peace longsuffering Kindness goodness faith meekness Self Control
Introduction: The fruit of the Spirit affects each believer in that it makes it possible for him or her to exhibit behaviour that flows from God. All of the fruit of the Spirit once developed in our lives
More informationSelf Evaluation Form
Self Evaluation Form Name Class Position Date All our dreams can come true if we will just have the courage and dedication to pursue them. Walt Disney *Rate yourself in the Seven Attitude traits listed
More informationYou need to persevere so that when you have done the will of God, you will receive what he has promised. Hebrews 10:36
Portable War Room Not everyone has an extra closet in their home that they can turn into a War Room so we have put together this Portable War Room for you. You can record Scripture verses, praises and
More informationKeys to Happy Family Living Christian Living Series By Henry Brandt, Ph.D. Lesson 8 Keeping in Step by Communication
This article has been reproduced from www.biblicalcounselinginsights.com. Keys to Happy Family Living Christian Living Series By Henry Brandt, Ph.D. Lesson 8 Keeping in Step by Communication "Then those
More informationEquipping Church Workbook
Equipping Church Workbook Matthew 28:18-20 Acts 2:39-47 Ephesians 4:11-16 2 Timothy 2:1-8 1 2 Matthew 28:18-20 Go and make What is a disciple? Ephesians 4:11-16 He gave pastors for the of the saints for
More informationPaul s Letter to the Philippians
Paul s Letter to the Philippians Chapters 1-4 Partnership in the Gospel The letter to the Philippians would be called in our day a missionary support letter. Paul is prayerful in his gratitude for the
More informationSchool, Friends and Faith in Jesus!
School, Friends and Faith in Jesus! Devotional for 8 10 year olds (but it s OK if you re 7, or 11, or 25!) Peter Walker, 2019 www.1peter1three.weebly.com Jesus said, Let the children come to me, and do
More informationInto Thy Word Bible Study in 1 Peter
Into Thy Word Bible Study in 1 Peter Into Thy Word Ministries www.intothyword.org 1 Peter 4: 1-11: We Are To Have the Attitude of Christ!" General idea: Are you chasing your desires or our Lord? The answer
More informationForgiveness a Second Chance How Many Second Chances Do I Give?
Forgiveness a Second Chance How Many Second Chances Do I Give? Key Faith Foundation: Seventy Times Seven Forgiveness Key Scriptures: Matthew 18:21-35; Luke 17:3-4; Colossians 3:13 71 Bible basis for teachers
More informationPray like Paul. 1. God, I thank you for the people around me (spouse, children, friends, Christian leaders, Christians in the workplace.
Pray like Paul 1. God, I thank you for the people around me (spouse, children, friends, Christian leaders, Christians in the workplace. I ask you to fill them, and myself, with knowledge of your will,
More informationA reading from the Letter of Saint Paul to the Romans
D1. What will separate us from the love of Christ? Rom 8:31b-35, 37-39 A reading from the Letter of Saint Paul to the Romans If God is for us, who can be against us? He did not spare his own Son but handed
More informationThe Local Congregation Attitudes that are Needed
Text: Colossians 1:9-10 The Local Congregation Attitudes that are Needed For this reason we also, since the day we heard it, do not cease to pray for you, and to ask that you may be filled with the knowledge
More informationValley Bible Church Sermon Transcript
Paul s Prayer for Abounding Love Philippians 1:9-11 Part 1 We are in a spiritual battle that requires us to pray for one another (Eph. 6:10-18). Let me read for you Eph. 6:10-18 Finally, be strong in the
More informationSession 4 PRESCHOOL UNIT 24 1 UNIT 24 // SESSION 4 // CYCLE 1 PRESCHOOL 3-5 YEAR OLDS
BIBLE STUDY Jesus received word that His friend Lazarus was sick. Lazarus was the brother of Mary and Martha. They lived in the town of Bethany, which was about two miles away from Jerusalem. Mary and
More informationMaxed. out SESSION 1. Ephesians 6: Finally, be strengthened by the Lord and by His vast strength. 11 Put on the full
SESSION 1 Maxed out Ephesians 6:10-18 10 Finally, be strengthened by the Lord and by His vast strength. 11 Put on the full armor of God so that you can stand against the tactics of the Devil. 12 For our
More information5. Me? Forgive THAT Bully?
5. Me? Forgive THAT Bully? The Course Key Verse: 1 Peter 2:20 How should I respond when I suffer for no apparent reason? Matthew 5:43-44; Luke 6:27-28; John 15:12; Ephesians 4:29, 32; Philippians 2:3 4;
More informationWHATEVER YOU DO... Colossians 3: 17. A study of 4 vocations which illustrate our calling as a believer
Colossians 3: 17 Lesson 1 - Lesson 2 - Lesson 3 - Lesson 4 - An Athlete A Soldier A Representative A Counselor These study guides have been designed to assist you in the Three R s of your own Bible study
More information{ } Peacemaker. Workbook. P e a c e m a k e r W o r k b o o k i
Peacemaker { } Workbook P e a c e m a k e r W o r k b o o k i This workbook is designed to help you resolve conflict in an effective and biblically faithful manner. In particular, it can help you to:
More informationThe Hardest Person To Forgive Text : John 4: 7-19, 39-42
Sermon : The Hardest Person To Forgive Page 1 INTRODUCTION : The Hardest Person To Forgive Text : John 4: 7-19, 39-42 A. When is it the hardest for you to forgive someone? 1. As Christians we know that
More informationLESSON TITLE: The Parable of the Evil Vinedressers
Devotion NT263 CHILDREN S DEVOTIONS FOR THE WEEK OF: LESSON TITLE: The Parable of the Evil Vinedressers servants! THEME: God rewards His faithful SCRIPTURE: Matthew 21:33-46 Dear Parents Welcome to Bible
More informationSAVING GRACE Good News About Grace Message 1
SAVING GRACE Good News About Grace Message 1 The Lord is gracious and compassionate, slow to anger and rich in love. Ps. 145:8 (NIV) WHAT IS GRACE? G All of us need to be made right with God by His grace,
More informationPressing Saints or Belly Worshippers
Pressing Saints or Belly Worshippers Are you a saint pressing after Jesus Christ or a belly worshipper who is the enemy of Jesus Christ? Whose end is destruction, whose God is their belly, and whose glory
More informationTHE RIGHT ATTITUDE F G Coaches Devotional Guide Having the right character & attitude to play the game of life.
Matthews United Methodist Church Youth Basketball League THE RIGHT ATTITUDE F G Coaches Devotional Guide 2018-2019 Having the right character & attitude to play the game of life. STATEMENT OF MISSION &
More informationHow to Cope When You Are at the End of Your Rope
How to Cope When You Are at the End of Your Rope Dear Friend, How many times have you cried out for help when you felt all the pressures have pushed you over the cliff of life? There you are hanging at
More informationabout the Christian faith. really want to know the truth Written for people like you who 1997 SportsLife Ireland A Tell-It-Like-It-Is Tract
Meet My Head Coach If you would like to know more about meeting and knowing the Head Coach, please contact the address given below: A Tell-It-Like-It-Is Tract 1997 SportsLife Ireland Written for people
More informationWhat Is Awana? The Role of the Game Director
What Is Awana? Welcome to one of the most exciting and rewarding leadership roles you can fill! Children and youth are the richest mission field in the world. Did you know that the probability of a person
More informationSession 5 - Fellowship
Session 5 - Fellowship Fellowship with other followers of Christ, with whom you have common beliefs and purpose, is essential for growing in your faith and in getting involved in ministry. Realizing the
More informationIs it ever OK to not be ok?
Is it ever OK to not be ok? Looking Deeper Looking Deeper Is it ever OK to not be OK? Weakness or a lack of self-reliance can be a frightening thing. We think that we need to stay strong (or at least look
More informationI Am An Echo Devotion. LCMS Servant Events
I Am An Echo Devotion LCMS Servant Events I Am An Echo:Theme Devotion Scripture Readings Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely,
More information21 DAYS OF PRAYER IS FOR YOU!
21 DAYS OF IS FOR YOU! If you sense God has more for your life, 21 Days of Prayer is a great place to start believing Him for all that He has for you. As you practice seeking Him first, He will move on
More informationDAILY READING BOOKLET. bible marking. daily reading. prayer time
DAILY READING BOOKLET daily reading bible marking prayer time Philippians 2 Theme reading given The words given, gave or sent appear 21 times in John 17. God has sent Jesus, given him power and authority,
More informationEvery Man a Pure Warrior
!! Your Every Man a Pure Warrior Verse Pack This pack belongs to: Phone 1 Every Man A Warrior Book 1 Matthew 22:36-38 Teacher, which is the greatest commandment in the Law? Jesus replied: Love the Lord
More informationHEARTLAND KIDS COLLEGE JUNE :30-8:30PM GRADUATION SERVICE JULY 1, 6:00PM
Heartland Kids College (HKC) is for children who have completed K-5th grades. HKC is not your typical VBS! Children will get to choose their course of study for the week! These classes offer a wide range
More informationTheology of Competition
Week One The Thrill of Victory and the Agony of Defeat I. Introductions A. What is your name? B. What is a highlight of your competitive experience? C. What do you hope to get from this class? II. Why
More informationpurpose, the purpose you were created for.
1 Copyright 2014 Bruce Edwards All rights reserved. Printed in the United States of America. To reproduce this book in any form, please contact the Author. All Scripture quotations contained herein, unless
More informationLearning from the New Testament Church
Learning from the New Testament Church I. Introduction: Series of Lessons. A. We ve looked at most of the local congregations that we are told much about in the New Testament. 1. Corinth. 2. Ephesus. 3.
More informationThe Catalysts for Joy Philippians: Week Two Sunday, August 7, 2016 Text: Philippians 1:3-8
The Catalysts for Joy Philippians: Week Two Sunday, August 7, 2016 Text: Philippians 1:3-8 What is joy? If you were to go to Webster s dictionary you would see that joy is defined as the emotion evoked
More informationPHILIPPIANS Additional Notes
PHILIPPIANS Additional Notes Like the other letters, Acts presents the history and starting point of the church at Philippi. In Acts 16, Paul receives the Macedonian vision and visits Philippi on his second
More informationFamily Focus FAITHFULNESS
Family Focus FAITHFULNESS August ~ 2015 Dear SONrise Church Family, Faithfulness Are you good at finishing the work you have been given at school or home? Do you keep your word when you make a promise?
More informationWeek Five February 3, 2019 Revealing the Gospel with Our Courage
CHARACTER MATTERS Week Five February 3, 2019 Revealing the Gospel with Our Courage GETTING READY Before your group meets next time, spend some time alone in God s Word reading through this week s texts.
More informationTHE TELEVISION TO WATCH A BASKETBALL
We All Need GOALS IMAGINE TURNING ON THE TELEVISION TO WATCH A BASKETBALL GAME. YOU SEE THE TEAM IN WHITE RUN down the court. The point guard dribbles the ball to the left side. He passes it to his teammate
More informationThe Five Greatest Temptations Men Face
MONTH 5 T H E F I V E G R E A T E S T T E M P T A T I O N S JOSHUA S MEN The Five Greatest Temptations Men Face D R. D A N R E I L A N D The victory over temptation started in a garden with Eve and ended
More informationTre on Johnson. Untitled
1 Tre on Johnson Untitled I was 5 when my father taught me the art of working for something you don t have. It was a strategy for remaining out of trouble, perseverance, and eventually, the game of basketball.
More informationOPUS. from the Latin word "opus" meaning work, is usually used in the sense of "a work of art"
OPUS from the Latin word "opus" meaning work, is usually used in the sense of "a work of art" Overarching Vision: The Big Dream The alarm buzzes at 6:00am I stretch, rub my face with water and start a
More informationGathering #1 - Our Beliefs Form Our Lives. Gathering #4 - Pillar #2- We do all we can to bring people to Jesus.
Christian Faith Center We are designed to be a part of the church body, not just in the church building, but in all areas of our lives. God is the head of the church and we are the body of Christ, called
More informationHeb 2:1. Availability. 2 Tim 4:7-8
Attentiveness Thoroughness Therefore we must give the more earnest heed to the things we have heard, lest we drift away Heb 2:1 So he answered and said, You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart,
More informationPaul's Prayers - An Example for Us to Follow. What Do You Pray About?
Paul's Prayers - An Example for Us to Follow What Do You Pray About? Where Is Your Focus? What types of things do you pray about? Sometimes it seems that we tend to focus all our prayers on physical needs
More informationLuke: Carry Your Cross
Luke: Carry Your Cross LEADERS NOTES Ken Moser 1 Luke: Carry Your Cross + leader s Notes: Dear Leader, Welcome to Luke: Carry Your Cross The goal of this study series is to help your small group understand
More informationFathers and Children C O L O S S IA N S 3: Baxter T. Exum (#1161) Four Lakes Church of Christ Madison, Wisconsin April 15, 2012
Fathers and Children C O L O S S IA N S 3:20-21 Baxter T. Exum (#1161) Four Lakes Church of Christ Madison, Wisconsin April 15, 2012 This morning I would invite you to look with me at two more verses in
More informationLesson 1: Managing My Attitude
Lesson 1: Managing My Attitude The Big Idea: They have made me caretaker of the vineyards, but I have not taken care of my own vineyard. Song of Solomon 1:6 Three of the most difficult areas to master
More informationSetting Goals 2 Timothy 2:1-6
Blake Jennings Grace Bible Church Southwood Setting Goals 2 Timothy 2:1-6 As we begin a new semester, what goals should we pursue as individuals, families, and as a church? Discover God's most important
More informationBut the Lord is faithful, and He will strengthen and protect from the evil one. ~ 2 Thessalonians 3:3
Moreover, I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit within you; and I will remove the heart of stone from your flesh and give you a heart of flesh. ~ Ezekiel 36:26 But the Lord is faithful, and
More informationMANUAL. BOARD MEMBER TRAINING Small Bullet List: Page Header
Page Header Section Title A Fellowship of Christian Athletes Leadership Board is a volunteer advisory board of leaders in a community or region who love Jesus Christ, care about coaches and sports, and
More informationSample Lesson Anxious Heart
Sample Lesson Anxious Heart Author: Chelsea Jacobs Project Supervisor: Nick Diliberto and Robert Quinn Artwork: Kindred Canvas Created by Preteenministry.net 1 STRESS Sample Lesson: Dealing with an Anxious
More informationEnjoy: Relationship and Prayer
Enjoy: Relationship and Prayer Overview: We often think of our relationship with God in these terms: God speaks to us through the Bible, and we speak to God through prayer. While there is some truth to
More informationThe Biblical Counselor: A Close Personal Walk with God
The Biblical Counselor: A Close Personal Walk with God A close personal walk with God is why we exist Galatians 2:20 I have been crucified with Christ; and it is no longer I who live, but Christ lives
More informationHere is a list help you pray for revival in the church and the further advancement of God s kingdom.
Pray for Revival Here is a list help you pray for revival in the church and the further advancement of God s kingdom. Paul exhorted the Christians in Ephesus to: pray in the Spirit on all occasions with
More informationWelcome to the Chazown Experience. Table of Contents. Chazown. foldout. Pastor Craig
Participant Guide Welcome to the Chazown Experience Congratulations on your decision to discover your chazown! Did you know that decision already sets you apart? Most people stumble halfheartedly through
More informationCampus Huddle Leadership Guide
Campus Huddle Leadership Guide To see the world impacted for Jesus Christ through the influence of athletes and coaches. To present to athletes and coaches, and all whom they influence, the challenge and
More informationS t u d y Mark 1:14-20; John 1:35-49
1 Session BIBLE MEMORY VERSE W h a t s a disciple? A long-robed figure listening raptly to Jesus? A person who imitates a role model s every move and word? To a preteen s mind, the word may bring up no
More informationProblem of Loneliness
"Scripture taken from the NEW AMERICAN STANDARD BIBLE, Copyright 1960, 1962, 1963, 1968, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1975, 1977, 1995 by The Lockman Foundation Used by permission." (www.lockman.org) Problem of Loneliness
More informationOur Anxious Thoughts
Our Anxious Thoughts Charles F. Stanley - In Touch Ministries Seasons of prayer 01 WALKING ON THE WATERS OF FAITH Lord, if it is You, command me to come to You on the water, said Peter (Matt. 14:28). Jesus
More informationSermon: Delight in Discipline - Hebrews 12 Rick Ezell. Scriptures: Hebrews 12:4-11. Introduction
Sermon: Delight in Discipline - Hebrews 12 Rick Ezell Scriptures: Hebrews 12:4-11 Introduction Athletics - football in the fall, basketball in the winter, baseball in the spring and summer - provided the
More informationLOVE YOUR LIFE NOT THEIRS
LOVE YOUR LIFE NOT THEIRS Sermon Outline 1. INTRODUCTION: WHAT WAS YOUR FIRST THOUGHT WHEN YOU WOKE UP THIS MORNING? a. Most likely, it wasn t something like, Today will be a complete success if I just
More informationDevotion Guide for Coaches
Devotion Guide for Coaches OVERVIEW The Book of Matthew records a life changing message from Jesus called the Sermon on the Mount. In chapter five, Jesus shares his heart with his disciples and gives blessings
More information