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Called Up

As Christ-followers, we’re not called to live on the sidelines of life.

Jesus doesn’t ask his disciples to be benchwarmers of faith, but to courageously get in the game. In this series, we’ll look at the steps that all Christians are called to take in order to be championship-caliber teammates in the game that matters most for all the world.

Team-Building

Mar 30, 2025

Even though we pay disproportionate attention to superstars, the fact is that even the greatest players can’t win without a team around them. Some athletes get a reputation as a “locker room cancer,” and are therefore frequently traded or have short careers. The athletes who have the most sustained success are the ones who invest in teammates and are willing to learn from the veterans around them. How can Christians live out “team player” principles in real life?

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Training

Mar 23, 2025

All the natural talent in the world isn’t enough, by itself, for an athlete to be competitive. They have to train, undergo conditioning, and hone their techniques. What does it look like for Christians to train for a life of Kingdom impact?

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Scouting Report

Mar 16, 2025

Professional athletes must submit to grueling and unflinching evaluations of their strengths and weaknesses. In what way are Christians called to be self-examining, and how does that affect our game readiness?

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The Draft

Mar 9, 2025

When a young athlete is drafted onto a professional sports team, there is an expectation that they will contribute to the ultimate success of the team. What expectations are there for Christians once they’ve become a follower of Jesus?

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