Imagine the electrifying energy at a race's starting line. You've trained hard, muscles tense with anticipation. "Ready..." The crowd roars. "Set..." Your focus narrows. And then... "GO!" You erupt forward, fueled by passion and purpose.

That's the spirit we bring to this session! Maybe you're a one-sport fanatic, a multi-sport enthusiast, a pro athlete, or a casual player. Maybe you simply connect with others through sports. Whatever your passion, here's the exciting news: faith and sports can be a powerful combination!

This session explores the exciting intersection between your love for sports and your faith in God. We'll delve into:

• The Divine Playbook: Discover how sportsmanship aligns with core Christian values.
• Beyond the Scoreboard: Explore how your faith can be strengthened through sports.
• Sharing the Victory: Learn practical ways to connect your faith with your love for sports, potentially inspiring others.

Get ready to be unleashed! This session is your starting pistol, launching you into a journey of faith exploration fueled by your love for sports.

Today we're talking about how your love for sports can connect with your faith in Jesus.

1. Sharing the Journey: Let's face it, followers of Jesus naturally want to help others find Him and grow in their faith – that's disciple-making!

2. Beyond the Walls: But churches aren't the only place people are. The world of sports is massive, with over 5 billion play, watch and think about sport every week! It's a fantastic opportunity to connect.

3. Every Sport, Every Story: The sports world is diverse – from professional athletes to weekend warriors to little league games. Everyone has a story. (Consider showing quick visuals of various sports here)

4. Ready, Set, Go! These three words capture the Sports Movement approach:

• Ready: Get a vision! Pray and explore how your faith connects to your sport. See who else shares your passion. Talk about making disciples together. Brainstorm ideas and keep praying!

5. Set: Knowledge is power! What skills do you need to reach others in your sports context? Maybe it's learning to study the Bible with a friend or using games to teach kids. Identify the skills you need to succeed. And then upskill yourself.

6. Go! Sports are action-packed, and so is disciple-making! Don't just talk, take action! The Sports Movement offers "GO strategies" to help you live out your faith in the world of sports. (Consider sharing a personal story or example of a GO strategy here)

7. Strategies in Action: Want some ideas? (Here, you can showcase specific ReadySetGO strategies for making disciples through sports)

8. Your Next Step: Do you love Jesus and sports? ReadySetGO can help you connect these passions and discover how to share your faith in you passion for sport and through sports. Visit our website, explore the resources, and connect with others on this journey! So, what will you do? Let's get out there and use sports to share the love of Christ!

Dive deeper

Game On for Jesus: Sharing Your Faith Through Sports!

Do you love sports? Billions of people around the world do too! The Bible tells us to share our faith with others, and the world of sports offers a fantastic opportunity to do just that.

Sports: A Massive Universe

Imagine sports as a giant world – from football (soccer) to surfing, there's something for everyone! This includes competitive leagues, casual games at the park, and even online gaming. No matter your age, ability, or interests, there's a sport for you.

Your Zone: Where You Shine

Within this vast world of sports, we all have our favorite areas. Maybe you coach a youth team or compete at a high level. It's in these familiar spaces that you can be a great messenger for Jesus!

Ready, Set, Go! Making Disciples Through Sports

Making disciples is like a race, and "Ready, Set, Go!" is a helpful way to approach it:

• Ready: Imagine the impact you can have! Sports bring people together, creating amazing opportunities to share faith.
• Set: Let's grow together! We all need to learn how to share faith in sports settings.
• Go!: Let's get started! Many practical strategies exist to make disciples through sports.

Join the Game!

This session is your starting point. Get ready to explore how your love for sports can be used to share Jesus' love with the world!

Live it out

1. What is your vision for living out your faith in Jesus as you play sport?
2. How could sport, fitness and play help you do this?
3. Memorize this scripture. Matthew 28:18b; ‘Go into all the world and make disciples.’