This world is filled with good things to do, but what are the “best” things for you to spend your energy on? In this episode, Coach Grimes challenges you to write a personal mission statement, identifying your gifts, goals, and guarantee! Using the simple gospel story of Mary and Martha, we will try to fight off the busy-ness of life!

If we are on a team, sooner or later we will face disagreement and conflict. Jesus taught his disciples a simple three step process to follow when we have been offended. Can you follow His recommendation the next time someone offends you?

Practice? We’re talking about practice? Coach Grimes shares a unique story of the process Jesus used in Mark 8:22-26 to heal a blind man. Are we willing to be patient and trust the process that Jesus wants to use to develop us?

Jesus taught that we shouldn’t judge others. We sometimes fall into the frustrating trap of comparing ourselves to others, and that often makes our experience miserable! Coach Grimes encourages you to consider your true and deep motivation to train and compete, then to go after your goals will God’s strength!

In athletic performance, preparation is critical. In this episode, Coach Grimes unpacks Jesus’ teaching on good and bad fruit. What kind of tree are you becoming?

Jesus taught his disciples that power and leadership aren’t about position at all. Being the greatest in the kingdom of God is about serving!

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Jesus teaches us about faithfulness through the parable of the talents. Coach Grimes encourages you to take an inventory of your own gifts and talents, and to look for ways to maximize your God given potential!

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In the spirit of Telemachus the monk and the Lord Jesus, Coach Grimes encourages you to redeem sport by living out your faith right in the middle of your arena!

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