Athletes

If we don’t own the process of discipling our kids as they play sports, sports culture will do it for us. But as parents, we can get so consumed with our young athletes’ physical development that we miss the chances athletics provide to help them grow spiritually. This 7 day devotional challenges us to be more than spectators on the sidelines of our kids’ spiritual lives and turn sport moments into discipleship opportunities.

A Christian Parent's Guide to Navigating Youth Sports

As a young father of two precious children, he lost his wife to a brain aneurysm. At that point, he had to learn to stand on his knees. Tommie Harris Jr. was a chubby kid, a high school athlete, a college football All-American and an NFL star. He learned to play through the pain at every level. This plan is the second of five in the series.

Playing Through the Pain: Dressed for Battle

Most athletes have a pre-game ritual. Having the right mindset is crucial for peak performance. This five-day plan helps make sure that mindset is anchored in Christ. Too often, athletes let performance, public opinion, or outcomes define them. Professional soccer player Kate Wiesner shares in her own words what it means to be strong, free, honorable, and focused on God. It gives a biblical way to compete well both on and off the field. It also helps you see your opponent in a new way—not just as a rival, but as someone you can respect and honor.

Hey Rival: A Biblical Game Plan for Christian Athletes

Join Kaká—World Cup winner, Champions League champion, and Ballon d’Or recipient—in this 6-day devotional exploring what it truly means to belong to Jesus. Drawing from his experiences at the pinnacle of world football and the pain of being labeled a “failure,” Kaká reveals how identity is not found in success or performance but in Christ alone. Each day encourages you to live with confidence, humility, and love—showing grace to others and finding peace in who God says you are. Whether you win or lose, your value remains unshakable: you are a child of God.

I Belong to Jesus

Have you ever felt the pain of rejection? Have you wondered if you’d ever be enough, for them, yourself, or even God?
Made New: Rewriting the Story of Rejection Through God’s Truth is an 8-day devotional that gently guides you through the wounds of rejection and into the healing power of God’s love. With honest reflections, scripture-based encouragement, and space to process your journey, you’ll be reminded that your identity isn’t rooted in what you’ve done or what’s been done to you, but in who God says you are.



Made New: Rewriting the Story of Rejection Through God's Truth

Join Olympic swimmer Carson Foster in this 4-day devotional as he shares what it’s like to follow Jesus through big moments like the Olympic Trials. Whether you're an athlete or not, this plan will help you trust God when you're nervous, find your worth in Jesus instead of results, and learn how to glorify God in everyday training. Carson shares real stories to remind you that you are already loved by God—win or lose. Let go of pressure and grab onto peace, joy, and truth. It's time to compete with purpose, confidence, and faith in Christ.

 Letting Go of Pressure and Holding on to Christ

This Play-By-Play is a three-part plan that works through the book of John from the perspective of athletics. Read the book in its entirety, focus on key portions of scripture or both! Using the H.E.A.R. method of reading/journaling, let God point out words and phrases of importance. For more resources, go to www.kingdomsports.online

Play-by-Play: John (3/3)

The 100th anniversary of Eric Liddell's stand at the 1924 summer games is an opportunity for the body of Christ to reflect on the meaning of laying down one's life for the gospel. Liddell's story shows us how to do that, and is as powerful a testimony today as it was a century ago. This plan explores his story and what we can learn from his bold faith.

A Life Laid Down: Reflections From the Centennial of Eric Liddell

This five-day plan helps you discover how to share your story with boldness and purpose. From Paul’s experience in Acts 22, you will learn the key parts of a meaningful testimony. This plan encourages you to prepare your story, understand its power, and trust God to use it for His glory. Through practical steps, reflection questions, and motivating truths, you will learn that your story matters. You will be challenged to take initiative, step out in faith, and share the hope you’ve found in Jesus.