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Nick Saban's Enemy #1 - Entitlement + How to combat it?
In Episode 2 of the series on the Enemies of Greatness, we confront Enemy #1: Entitlement—the silent killer that turns champions into complainers and humble believers into demanding consumers.
Drawing from legendary coach Nick Saban's powerful words ("You get up every day, you're entitled to nothing... Nothing is acceptable but your best"), this episode exposes how past success, hard work, or even "good Christian behavior" can trick us into thinking we're owed more—without earning it daily. Hear the full clip where Saban breaks it down: success breeds the dangerous belief that you deserve rewards without the grind.
From the mat to everyday life, entitlement kills drive in wrestlers prepping for State Duals, Districts, and the big tournament. It shows up when we coast on past effort, complain through tough practices, or treat God like a vending machine for blessings. But grace isn't a paycheck—it's a daily gift of opportunity.
Tying it to Scripture (Proverbs 16:18 on pride before a fall, Ephesians 2 on grace preventing boasting, James 1 on every good gift from above, and 2 Thessalonians 3's no-work-no-eat principle), we explore how entitlement poisons faith, parenting, and competition. Wrestlers and parents: You're owed NOTHING but the chance to earn your best today. Greatness isn't the podium—it's the grateful, surrendered pursuit in the process.
Actionable steps to kill entitlement daily:
- Start with gratitude
- Serve others first
- Embrace the grind as worship
- Reflect on the Prodigal Son (Luke 15) and watch Bruce Almighty for eye-opening parallels
Challenge: Today and tomorrow, wake up entitled to nothing except God's best—and go earn it through grateful pursuit. No coasting, no demands, just daily surrender.
End with prayer and real talk from a former coach who's been broken by pride. If entitlement has struck a nerve—good. Let's expose and defeat it together.
Perfect for wrestlers, parents, coaches, and anyone chasing greatness with faith at the center. Subscribe for more in the Enemies of Greatness series!
#FaithAndWrestling #NickSaban #Entitlement #ChristianAthlete #NebraskaWrestling #EarnItDaily
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By Cale StreeterIn Episode 2 of the series on the Enemies of Greatness, we confront Enemy #1: Entitlement—the silent killer that turns champions into complainers and humble believers into demanding consumers.
Drawing from legendary coach Nick Saban's powerful words ("You get up every day, you're entitled to nothing... Nothing is acceptable but your best"), this episode exposes how past success, hard work, or even "good Christian behavior" can trick us into thinking we're owed more—without earning it daily. Hear the full clip where Saban breaks it down: success breeds the dangerous belief that you deserve rewards without the grind.
From the mat to everyday life, entitlement kills drive in wrestlers prepping for State Duals, Districts, and the big tournament. It shows up when we coast on past effort, complain through tough practices, or treat God like a vending machine for blessings. But grace isn't a paycheck—it's a daily gift of opportunity.
Tying it to Scripture (Proverbs 16:18 on pride before a fall, Ephesians 2 on grace preventing boasting, James 1 on every good gift from above, and 2 Thessalonians 3's no-work-no-eat principle), we explore how entitlement poisons faith, parenting, and competition. Wrestlers and parents: You're owed NOTHING but the chance to earn your best today. Greatness isn't the podium—it's the grateful, surrendered pursuit in the process.
Actionable steps to kill entitlement daily:
- Start with gratitude
- Serve others first
- Embrace the grind as worship
- Reflect on the Prodigal Son (Luke 15) and watch Bruce Almighty for eye-opening parallels
Challenge: Today and tomorrow, wake up entitled to nothing except God's best—and go earn it through grateful pursuit. No coasting, no demands, just daily surrender.
End with prayer and real talk from a former coach who's been broken by pride. If entitlement has struck a nerve—good. Let's expose and defeat it together.
Perfect for wrestlers, parents, coaches, and anyone chasing greatness with faith at the center. Subscribe for more in the Enemies of Greatness series!
#FaithAndWrestling #NickSaban #Entitlement #ChristianAthlete #NebraskaWrestling #EarnItDaily