Faith-Based Lesson for Athletes: The Triple C – Choices, Changes, and Consequences
Theme Verse:
Joshua 24:15 (NKJV)
"And if it seems evil to you to serve the Lord, choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve… But as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord."
🏈 1. Choices – Every Decision Matters
Key Verse:
Psalm 119:30 (NKJV)
"I have chosen the way of truth; Your judgments I have laid before me."
Athlete Application:
Every day you face decisions—whether to skip practice or go all-in, whether to gossip or encourage, whether to give in to peer pressure or stand firm in your faith. Choosing the "way of truth" means anchoring your decisions in God's Word, not emotions or popularity.
Reflection Questions:
What does it mean to you to "choose the way of truth" in your sport?
Are your current choices setting you up for spiritual success or setbacks?
🏃 2. Changes – Growth Requires Transformation
Key Verse:
Romans 12:2 (NKJV)
"And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God."
Athletes know that to improve, you must embrace change—new techniques, new strategies, new habits. Spiritually, God calls you to be transformed by renewing your mind. This means letting go of worldly patterns and embracing a Christ-centered mindset.Reflection Questions:
Are you resisting or embracing the changes God is calling you to?
What do you need to “renew” in your mindset to grow as a Christian athlete?
🏅 3. Consequences – You Reap What You Sow
Key Verse:
Proverbs 14:12 (NKJV)
"There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way of death."Galatians 6:8 (NKJV)
"For he who sows to his flesh will of the flesh reap corruption, but he who sows to the Spirit will of the Spirit reap everlasting life."Athlete Application:
In sports, your performance is a result of your preparation. If you slack in practice, it shows in the game. Spiritually, the same principle applies. What you feed—your flesh or your spirit—determines the outcome of your life.Reflection Questions:
What are you sowing today that will determine your tomorrow?
Are the consequences you're seeing a result of Spirit-led or flesh-led decisions?
