Key Verse:  
For Christ also suffered for sins once for all, the righteous for the unrighteous, that He might bring you to God, after being put to death in the fleshly realm but made alive in the spiritual realm. 1 Peter 3:18

Watch the corresponding video, then use the questions below:

Andy Pettitte-New York Yankees
Pray, Pray, Pray

Key Verse:  "Always be joyful.  Never stop praying.  Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus." - 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

• Andy talks about praying at all times during his games.  Is that something you do as well when you compete?  Explain.

• As an athlete, why is it important to pray for your testimony?

• When is prayer most effective for you as an athlete/Christian?  How do you pray before, during, and after your games? 

Armintie Price - Chicago Sky
Inspired by Joy

Key Verse:  "This is the day that the Lord has made, let us rejoice and be glad in it." -  Psalm 118:24

• Armintie Price has faced many challenges in life.  What challenges are you facing in your life right now?

• Price finds joy in her relationship.  Why are relationships with teammates so vital to team success?

• Her mother came down with cancer.  It was a turning point in Price’s life.  How do you find joy in the midst of trial and stress?

• Read Psalm 118:24.  What does this verse mean to you?

Chapel – Attitudes

1 – I’ve been very pleased with the attitudes of this team thus far.
• Valuing the team over individualism
• Making sacrifices rather than demands
• Expressed on the field, between teammates, with coaches and even in the media

2 – This reminds me of Philippians 2:3-4 (read the text aloud).
• Do nothing from selfishness or empty conceit.
o Don’t draw attention to yourself – deflect praise to others.
o Don’t take offense to trash talk or cheap shots – respect your team and the sport.
o Don’t overestimate your importance – there are other players ready to step into your spot.