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Source of Energy
University of Kentucky men’s basketball coach John Calipari tries to teach his young players the importance of playing hard at all times, not just when things are going well. He said, “…You can’t be energized because you made shots. You’ve … Continue reading
Standing Alone
Hall of Fame baseball pitcher Jim Bunning was known as a hard-nosed competitor in his playing days. He brought that same hardball attitude to Washington, D.C. when he was elected to represent Kentucky in the Senate. On many occasions, Bunning … Continue reading
Who’s Ignorant?
Leading up to the Winter Olympics, some U.S. athletes are protesting Russia’s laws against homosexual behavior. Skier Bode Miller said, “I think it’s so embarrassing that there’s (sic) countries and people who are that ignorant…As a human being, I think … Continue reading
Leading Attitude
Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton understands that having the proper attitude is an important part of being a leader. Newton has learned from his earlier mistakes, and he plans to make some changes in order to become a more effective … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Leadership, Sports
Tagged Acts 13:15, attitude, Cam Newton, Carolina Panthers, encouragement, illustration, influence
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Learning to Lead
In order for professional sports teams to win championships, the players have to play together to the best of their ability. Rarely can one superstar carry his team to a title. He needs his teammates to play their very best. … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Church, Leadership, Sports
Tagged 2 Timothy 2:2, illustration, Kobe Bryant, Michael Jordan, teamwork, winning
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Overcomer
Zach Hodskins, a 6-foot-2, 175 pound shooting guard from Alpharetta Milton High School in Georgia, has been offered a position on the University of Florida basketball team. This is quite remarkable, since Hodskins was born without a left hand. His … Continue reading
Listen to the Coach
Former University of Kentucky men’s basketball players have some advice for the highly touted crop of freshman players coming in—Listen to your coach! Those who have played for John Calipari know that he can come across as gruff and overbearing. … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Church, Leadership, Sports
Tagged coaching, elders, Hebrews 13:17, illustration, John Calipari, winning
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Bad Influence
A New York man who ran on to the playing area at Citi Field during the All-Star game faces up to a year in jail and a $1,000 fine. The suspect, 18-year-old Dylan McCue-Masone is charged with interfering with a … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Current Events, Leadership, Sports
Tagged bad behavior, illustration, influence, peer pressure, running on to the field, temptation
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Long Time Coming
Kenny Perry is one of the hottest golfers on the planet right now. He came from 10 shots down after 36 holes to pull away from the field for a convincing win in the U.S. Senior Open in Omaha, Nebraska. … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Leadership, Sports
Tagged illustration, Joshua, Kenny Perry, King David, Moses, patience, seniors in ministry
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