· Relax and enjoy the simple joy of communion with the people of sport – There are few joys greater in my life that spending time with coaches and athletes, especially those who love Christ as I do. It’s fun. Relax and just enjoy it. Charles Lynn says, “Let the Lord pay you. He pays in ways better than money.” Take time at several points during a season and reflect on how many people would pay any price to be where you are and to be with these people. Yours is a highly privileged position, don’t take it lightly. Enjoy every minute of it.
· Attend a church service together. Al Miller of Jamaica occasionally arranges for members of his teams to attend church together. It provides a shared experience in a fresh setting which helps teammates to further bond their relationships.
This is a blog for my colleagues who are engaged in ministry with people of sport. In particular it is for those of us who refer to our roles as "Character Coach" or “Sports Chaplain."
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