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Conflict

December 16, 2004

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Kobe Bryant said that Karl Malone was like a "big brother — a mentor," as well as a friend to him last year as he played alongside of him as part of the Los Angeles Lakers. This week, their relationship has blown up in front of the whole nation. In response to the fireworks, Charles Barkley said that these two "know better. They know to take care of these things in private and not let it out into the public."

In Matthew, Jesus says that we should approach those who have hurt us first and foremost in private — one on one. We should be honest and try to show them how they've upset us. Chances are we can work it out right then and there, as many conflicts between "brothers" are miscommunications and are readily forgiven.

#82 - StVRP - Clark Kellogg, Ryan Horanburg, Alvin Battle & Les Steckel

March 21, 2009

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CBS College Basketball Analyst Clark Kellogg, FCA Lacrosse National Director Ryan Horanburg, former North Carolina State basketball player Alvin Battle and FCA President Les Steckel.

Truly Productive

July 06, 2011

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Solitude is a topic that has been on my heart for a long time. It seems like solitude and silence in the presence of God has become optional for us in today’s productivity-driven society. Because we aren’t tangibly achieving anything we can physically see, we don’t think there’s use in it. Or, that if we do take time out to sit silently before the Lord, it’s a waste of time since we’re not getting better at anything or furthering any sort of progress.

Soil of the Subpar Season

March 01, 2010

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On this day, you left nothing behind. Your sweat-soaked uniform provides the proof. As you stand alongside your teammates you can hear the sound of the exuberant crowd cheering. In time, your body will ache, but not now. Not just yet. It will be tomorrow before the cuts and bruises remind you of the painful, hard-fought game. For right now, posters wave and arms remain outstretched in celebration. These are the sights and sounds of victory. Unfortunately, they are not for you. Your supporters are silent and still; they are rocks among the waves of fans who have crashed the field to celebrate with the victors.
 

Alligator Arms

October 25, 2012

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As the quarterback drops back and throws, the receiver hesitantly extends his arms toward to the ball. Sensing a defensive player closing in, he’s not eager to complete the catch. His focus is more on protecting himself from the defense’s attack. In situations like this, when a receiver demonstrates partial effort in catching a ball, it can be said he has “alligator arms.” And likewise, our faith can be like having “alligator arms.” At times, we fail to take full advantage of our opportunities to grow in our relationship with Christ or share our faith with others because we are afraid of what the costs may be. We let fear of circumstances control us, because we prefer to stay safe in our “comfort zone” rather than stretching ourselves and trusting in God.

#9 - StVRP - Jim Tressel, Lee Humphrey and J.C. Watts

October 27, 2007

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Guests include Ohio State Head Football Coach Jim Tressel, former University of Florida Guard Lee Humphrey and former Congressman J.C. Watts.

Fit 4 Ever: Boost Your Metabolism

May 19, 2009

Fit 4 Ever: Boost Your Metabolism

Take a look at virtually every magazine cover, and you will find the phrase “Boost your metabolism!” Having a slow metabolism is an often-used excuse when we describe our struggles to lose weight. The truth is that we all have a different rate at which we burn calories, but we also have a variety of solutions to the “slow metabolism syndrome.”

#77 - StVRP - Trent Meachem, Tony Bennett, Wes Neal & Les Steckel

February 14, 2009

podcast

Illinois shooting guard Trent Meachem, Washington State head basketball coach Tony Bennett, author and speaker Wes Neal & FCA President Les Steckel.

The Fast Food Effect

August 17, 2009

podcast

Isn’t it time to stop eating Fast Food?

Rise to the Occasion

September 28, 2012

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It was an ancient custom to shoot an arrow or cast a spear into the country which an army intended to invade. We see this in college football when the Florida State Seminole rider hurls the spear into the ground or when the USC Trojan warrior pierces the soil with his sword.

An open window in the pasage above symbolizes a variety of opportunities that come to us during the course of a competitive contest. The release of the arrow in this opportune moment is our ability to capitalize on the opportunity and turn into a surge of momentum for the team. The bow and arrow represent the strategic development of our talents and deployment of our assignments.

The Hay Is in The Barn

September 28, 2009

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The day before last year’s Kansas City marathon, I was meeting with Chris Anderson, our National Director of FCA’s Endurance Ministry. I was fired up for the race but a bit anxious about trying to run a PR. As I was reflecting back on my training leading up to the race, I mentioned to him that I wished I’d done more long runs, more speed work, more conditioning, more everything. I was feeling the pressure. He smiled real big, leaned across the table and said, “Dan, at this point, the hay is in the barn. The race is tomorrow.

Waiting.. Not an Easy Job

April 11, 2006

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“The wait is finally over. The White Sox have won the pennant.” Many people in the organization have had to wait a long time to get to the World Series. Every person on the team and each fan would say it has been worth the wait, but it wasn’t easy in the process. Waiting is one tough job! In sports today, players and teams are waiting … waiting patiently for their time to shine.

In God’s Word, Isaiah wrote in chapter 40 that waiting is a good thing. The word “wait” does not measure time spent, but rather it is a process of strengthening until fulfillment. Let me suggest three reasons why we must wait on the Lord:

We’re All Brothers

April 02, 2013

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“We’re all brothers” is a quip we used to say in high school football. I loved the meaning of this statement—we’re all in this together and will support each other no matter what! I felt the love when it was shouted for all to hear. A brotherhood is not a neighborhood. A brotherhood is a group of people bonded together that faces obstacles together. A neighborhood is just a place we reside. A brotherhood is a union or fraternity that joins forces to win—just like a team.
 

Fit 4 Ever: Time to Recharge

June 01, 2009

Fit 4 Ever: Time to Recharge

Has your cell phone battery ever died? Mine sure has. Every night I plug in my cell so that it can recharge. But if it doesn't charge long enough, its battery dies early. And a quick tricklecharge in the car doesn't seem to help at all.

Have you ever considered how much sleep for your body is like recharging your own battery? When we don't get enough sleep, we run out of charge.

#29 - StVRP - Ron Lievense, Dan Britton and Dale Beaver

March 15, 2008

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Barton College men’s head basketball coach Ron Lievense, FCA Senior Vice-President of Ministry Programs Dan Britton, NASCAR Chaplain and pastor Dale Beaver and FCA President Les Steckel

Fit 4 Ever: Top 8 Things You Can Do to Get in Shape

June 09, 2009

Fit 4 Ever: Top 8 Things You Can Do to Get in Shape

Remember those things that we were so committed to doing at the start of 2006? You know, those resolutions? Some of us may have resolved to read the Bible more or to pray every day while others may have made commitments to get in shape or to lose weight. Whatever our New Year’s resolutions, chances are good that by now we’ve already broken or forgotten them altogether. So with all these good intentions, why is it always so difficult to actually do what we say we are going to do? With respect to our health, most of us have heard and know what we need to do to get in shape. But hearing, knowing and doing are very different things!

No Excuses!

October 07, 2005

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I once worked with a head football coach who had a large sign behind his desk that simply read “No Excuses.” What this meant to his staff and players was that he would not accept any explanations when something went wrong. He wanted them to be personally responsible and not put the blame on any other people or circumstances.

Do you Believe?

February 03, 2010

podcast

How important is the placebo effect? Important.

#7 - StVRP - Tony Dungy, Raymond Berry and Rick Horton

October 13, 2007

podcast

This week Tony Dungy discusses surrendering his life to Christ.  Raymond Berry talks about when he was saved.  Rick Horton shares his life experiences.  In Coaches Corner Les talks about his past and his drive for success.

Love Counts

April 01, 2005

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Last weekend's dramatic NCAA Regional Championship games have many of us bursting with anticipation for Saturday night's Final Four match-ups. What started as 64 teams has become four. On Monday night, only one will remain above them all.

#90 - StVRP - David Robinson, Jeff Martin, Chris Klein & Les Steckel

May 16, 2009

podcast

All-time basketball great David Robinson, FCA Vice President for Camps and Campus Jeff Martin, soccer star Chris Klein & FCA President Les Steckel.

#54 - StVRP - Tony Dungy, Aaron Kampman and Mike Singletary

September 06, 2008

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Indianapolis Colts head Coach Tony Dungy, Green Bay Packer Aaron Kampman, San Francisco 49ers assistant coach and NFL Hall of Fame linebacker Mike Singletary

Fit 4 Ever: Fitness Myths

May 07, 2009

Fit 4 Ever: Fitness Myths

Have you ever seen the show “MythBusters”? Every week, these two crazy guys try to separate truth from urban legend. They take commonly accepted ideas like the ones that say eating turkey makes you sleepy or that certain sodas will completely dissolve rusty bolts, and then they prove them to be true or false.

I have to wonder if the Apostle Paul would have been the host of this type of show from a spiritual perspective. He certainly would have had a blast busting the “irreverent and silly myths” of his day with the truth of Jesus!

A New Heart

October 07, 2005

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In our pregame talks, we tell our players to “play with heart!” and encourage them to perform their best. The more our players develop such a vision, the deeper their commitment to the sport becomes. This is exactly what Jesus wants from us. He wants to develop a heart in us that will commit to knowing Him in a deeper, more intimate way. As David said in Psalm 51:10, “God, create a clean heart for me and renew a steadfast spirit within me.” As we develop this kind of heart, others will notice.

Restoration

February 15, 2012

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Words, like toothpaste, come out easily but can’t be put back in once they’ve come out. University of Oklahoma baseball coach Larry Cochell learned this firsthand. He was forced to resign from his coaching position for making insensitive remarks. “I am deeply sorry for any pain or embarrassment I have caused any individual or the university,” Cochell said. The individual on the receiving end of Coach Cochell’s words forgave him for the incident and did not want him to resign. “We all say things that we don’t mean,” this person said. “He made a mistake.”

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