Quarterback Colt McCoy Humbled, God Glorified
“I always give God the glory,” McCoy said. “I never question why things happen the way they do. God is in control of my life…
Off Topic: The Ten Most Searched Bible Verses
You won’t learn from this list why God needs to redeem the world he created. You won’t learn why his love is so significant. You won’t find any warning of what’s to come if you don’t believe…
Should Christians Play Football?
No one enjoys legalism, but if the costs of football outweigh its benefits—and they well may—it may be best for many to take a step back from it and point youths to concentrate on less violent sports…
What Makes a Good Coach? Part 2
I asked my ROAR team to send me the top 5 characteristics a ROAR coach should posses. First let me tell you, my ROAR team is made up of elders and deacons from the church, church staff members, and some other coaches from our leagues…
What Makes a Good Coach?
What personal qualities do top coaches possess that separate them from the good coach? Is it more the training or the inner qualities? Is it more coaching technique or the artistry? Is it more coaching knowledge or its application?…
Relational, Conversational, Invitational, Proclamational
What I found interesting about these four practices is that they form a nice progression. As we know, in our culture, we often have to “earn the right” to share the truths of the Gospel with someone. I believe these four practices form a good framework to work through when sharing Christ with someone…
The Power of Sports Ministry in Reaching Men
As I pastored for twenty-five years, I experienced firsthand the difficulty there can be in connecting with men outside the church. Serving with CSO, I also see the tremendous ways the Lord is connecting children and families in the community with the gospel and ultimately to His church through sports. But there is often an overlooked opportunity to reach men through these same sports ministries.
Church Spotlight: Millington First Baptist Church
Todd Buck is the Sports Minister at First Baptist Church, Millington, TN. The church has both adult and youth leagues in a number of sports. As a strategic thinker, Todd has appreciated his involvement with the CSO Staff.
What Does Cede Sports Do?
I often get asked this question – by Sports Ministers, by Pastors, by friends, by new acquaintances. It is a common question. In every case, I try to communicate the essence of what we do with local churches.
How to Recruit Great Coaches
Recruiting by definition is proactive. Never stop looking for talent. Don’t wait until you need people. Look for talent 365 days a year…