- Josh talked about addictions. He came out of a life of addictions. How did he define being addicted?
- Where were the areas he listed that people are addicted today? Which of these areas are struggles for you?
- Have you overcome an addiction in your life? Through Christ, what have you had victory over?
- Read 1 Corinthians 15:10. How would you define grace?
- Without God’s grace, Hamilton would not be the man he is today. How has God’s grace covered you?
- Josh mentioned mercy as well. What is the difference between grace and mercy, spiritually?
- Do you know someone who has an addiction? Reach out to them and pray for them.
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His Glory - "It's Not About Me!"
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As an athlete, I need to understand God’s definition of glory and why He deserves it all. Competition is not about me. Life is not about me. I must die to myself and fully understand the power, majesty, and authority of God.
Soul Surfer: Rad Nite Youth Group Gathering
View the Soul Surfer video from the Game Changer FCA Resources DVD and walk through the questions below.
Key Verse: “For I know the plans I have for you" —[this is] the LORD's declaration—"plans for [your] welfare, not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope.” – Jeremiah 29:11
The Weight of the Cross
Key Verse:
He will see [it] out of His anguish, and He will be satisfied with His knowledge. My righteous servant will justify many, and He will carry their iniquities.
Isaiah 53:11
The Playbook - Get Focused Study
“Truth is what you make it. There’s different aspects of truth. Depending on your perspective. I think that’s true.”
–– Phillip, 16-year-old surfer.
3 Minute Drill - Matt Holliday Video Study
Part I:
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In your sport, how much pressure do you feel to produce good stats?
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Where does that pressure come from?
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Read Romans 10:9-10. According to God’s Word, what must we do to be saved?
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According to this verse, does our performance have anything to do with our salvation?
The Coach - Get Focused Study
“It was easy when I was a kid. Just listen to my folks. Now there are too many people telling me what to do and what to think. It’s pretty confusing. “
-Adam, sophomore on high school swim team
Session 4: Mastering the Basics
What Are The Basic Skills For Growth?
READY
Every sport requires players to learn fundamental skills that lay the foundation for excellence. At times, the basics can be unexciting and unglamorous. They can even be difficult to learn. But in any sport, mastering these basics is always the key to success.
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What three basics have you mastered in your sport or your position?
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What has motivated you to work on the basics? How has this helped your performance?
Introduction - Get Focused Study
What is “Get Focused”?
“Get Focused” is a four-part video series (each video is approximately 12 minutes) with study guides designed to help people make decisions based on the standards described in the Bible.
In George Barna’s book Think Like Jesus, he reports* that only 9% of evangelical, born-again believers have a “Biblical Worldview.” The remaining 91% make decisions based on a more “relative standard.” In other words, their decision is relative to the circumstances.
“Get Focused” is designed to help a person think through these through four different topics:
Session 1: The Big Win
What Is Salvation All About?
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Athletes have a strong desire to compete—whether we’re trying to make the team, set a personal best, win a championship, or simply outplay our buddies in a friendly game.
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What are some things that motivate you to compete? What does it mean to you when you’re successful in winning a competition?
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How do you feel when you lose or fail to reach your competitive goals?
A Good Samaritan
Watch the video, then walk through the questions below.
Key Verse: Then He will answer them, 'I assure you: Whatever you did not do for one of the least of these, you did not do for Me either. ' –Matthew 25:45
To Save a Life - Freshman Year Study
Summary
Jake is at the funeral of Roger Dawson and recounts the last time they actually talked. After a basketball game their freshman year, Jake and Roger had made plans hang out, but Amy, pretty freshman cheerleader, invited Jake to a party instead. Jake asked if Roger could come along, but Amy said there was only room for one more in their car.
Verse
“A man with many friends may be harmed, but there is a friend who stays closer than a brother.” - Proverbs 18:24
Discussion Questions
Have Courage - Erwin McManus Study
Watch the video, then walk through the study below.
Key Verse: "Fear of the Lord is the foundation of true knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and discipline." - Proverbs 1:7
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How has fear gripped your life? What areas in your life have you been fearful?
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Erwin McManus acknowledges his own lack of courage, but where does he get his strength from each day?
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“Courage is not the absence of fear; courage is the absence of self.” What does that quote mean to you?
The Hamilton Family: A Soul Surfer Journey
View the Soul Surfer video from the Game Changer FCA Resources DVD and walk through the questions below.
Key Verse: We know that all things work together for the good of those who love God: those who are called according to His purpose. – Romans 8:28
Rebelling with Alcohol
Watch the video, then walk through the questions below.
Key Verse: Just one thing: live your life in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ.—Philippians 1:27a
Session 6: Heart of a Winner
What's The Secret To A Life Of Victory?
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It seems most of us are born competitors, with the quest for challenge, adventure, and victory arising from deep inside us. As athletes, we’re willing to give our blood, sweat, and tears to defeat an opponent.
Trust the Almighty
Watch the video, then walk through the questions below.
Key Verse: For God has not given us a spirit of fearfulness, but one of power, love, and sound judgment. –2 Timothy 1:7
Definition of a Trader
Watch the video, then walk through the questions below.
Key Verse: For the kingdom of God is not eating and drinking, but righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit. – Romans 14:17
Session 3: Missing the Mark
How Does God Forgive Me? How Can I Forgive?
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Imagine that the game or match is on the line and your number is called. You make the free throw or you don’t. You make the penalty kick or you don’t. You make the hole big enough so the four yards can be gained or you don’t. You make a birdie or you don’t. If you succeed, you win; if you miss, you lose. You either become the hero or the “goat.“
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Describe a time when you dropped the ball, fell short, or really messed up when everybody was counting on you. What did it feel like to be the “goat”? What broke down?
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Why do you think we feel so bad when we fail or miss the mark?
The Lion’s Den and Faithfulness - Daniel Study - Chapter 7
Ever feel like you are in a lion’s den where hungry lions are ready to tear you limb from limb? In your den, you may have people trying to get rid of you, make you look bad, make up false accusations about your character, question your every decision, or make a mockery of your faith. If there is a job best-suited for a lion’s den, it is coaching. If anyone in the Bible can feel your pain, it is Daniel. He was in the lion’s den because he was such a good leader and others were jealous of his success. His adversaries despised his success and his God, so they formed a plot to have him eliminated.
J.D. Drew - Accepting Christ and Playing Baseball
Watch the video, then walk through the questions below.
Key Verse: Listen! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears My voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and have dinner with him, and he with Me. – Revelation 3:20
The Game - Get Focused Study
“There’s definitely a right and a wrong. And I know what that is.”
-Michelle, junior on girl’s varsity soccer team.
Living the Christian Life - Louie Giglio Study
Key Verse: "Then he said to the crowd, 'If any of you wants to be my follower, you must turn from your selfish ways, take up your cross daily, and follow me.'" - Luke 9:23
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Have you ever felt like your life is so messed up that you have blown your chance with God? Explain.
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Christ does not love us based on our performance, but what He did at the cross for us. Have you ever struggled with feeling that you’re not doing enough for God? Why do you feel that way?
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In the Christian faith, the cross symbolizes everything we believe. What does the cross of Christ mean to you?
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