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

If we’re trying to integrate faith and sport using Paul’s letter to the Philippians, where do we turn? Probably Philippians 4:13. It’s one of the best (though often misused) verses for athletes. But the rest of the letter offers much to anyone involved in sports. Paul writes like a coach, calling his team to a high standard, getting right to the point—understandable since he’s writing from prison. Whether you call them commands, principles, or coaching points, Paul lays out a map for faithful living. This 10-day devotional journeys through 10 commands from Paul’s Philippian playbook.


10 Commandments for Athletes From Philippians

FCA Endurance is a ministry primarily reaching adult athletes who are involved in running, biking, swimming, obstacle course racing, CrossFit, and other forms of fitness. Endurance athletes are committed to a lifestyle of fitness that requires disciplined training and competition. This 5-day reading plan focuses on training to be Christ-like, bringing glory to God in the endurance sports world.

Training in Righteousness - FCA Endurance

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

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

When the calendar is full of practice, games and the next team try-out it can feel impossible to do one more thing. Growing spiritually as a family can easily fall off the list. This set of devotions aims to provide biblical knowledge and spiritual conversations starters that are perfect for the car ride or between games.

Game Changers: Devotions for Families Who Play Different (Age 13-18)

The Penalty Kill Devotional helps athletes grow in faith by exploring the intersection of hockey and discipleship. Through Scripture, reflection, and real-life examples, you’ll discover how to compete with integrity, lead with humility, and live with purpose—on and off the ice. Each day offers a biblical truth and practical challenge to strengthen your relationship with Christ and deepen your impact as a teammate, leader, and follower of Jesus.

FCA Hockey Penalty Kill

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

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.