About this Resource
Our children look to us for guidance in every area of life. As parents, what’s in our hearts affects our thoughts, how we treat our bodies impacts our hearts and the actions and words we share with others influences our athletes. It’s a cycle that must be whole and complete—no gaps—as everything is surrendered to Christ.
FCA calls this concept “360.” It’s rooted in the idea that our hearts, minds and bodies are interconnected; all three parts work together to form us into who we are. FCA is here to help you experience transformation and wholeness as a parent with Jesus, so you can mirror Him to your athlete.
When Jesus announced that the Kingdom of God was at hand, He asked His followers to rethink everything in light of His Good News. This includes the world of sport. In this study, we will rethink the role of competition and challenge you to think about what your sport and your parenting can look like under the rule and reign of Jesus.
How to Use this Study
Parents, this study is designed to strengthen your relationship with your athlete while growing as a disciple in your home. This 12-session Bible study is for Christian parents who have experienced sports challenges and have been looking for ways to approach these adversities. By taking a biblical approach to parenting your youth athlete, testimonials from athletes, coaches and parents will lead you to apply God’s Word as a parent.
A Biblical Approach to Parenting Your Athlete can be utilized in three different environments:
Individual: Use this resource as a personal Bible study to grow in your walk with Christ. Use this study as part of your quiet time and journal about your experience.
1-on-1: A 1-on-1 meeting occurs when two people commit to this study and go through the sessions together. This can be your spouse, a trusted mentor or fellow parent of a youth athlete. Choose a meeting time weekly to review each session, discuss the questions, and share what God is teaching you through the study.
Huddles: Go through this study with a small group of parents. Have each member of the Huddle read the session individually. Then consistently meet as a group to review each session, discuss the questions, and share what God is teaching everyone through the study.
Video Testimonials: Each lesson features a video testimonial from athletes, coaches, and parents, as well as truth from relevant scripture. View each lesson's testimonial by scanning the QR code. As a parent of a young athlete, you will learn how to put God's Word into practice.