SAINT TALKS

BIBLE STUDIES

A 16-session discussion roadmap for athletes glorifying Christ together.

For where two or three are gathered in my name, I am there among them.

— Matthew 18:20

SAINT TALKS

BIBLE STUDIES

It can be a challenge to live out your faith in today's fast-paced, increasingly competitive sports culture. Reflecting on your faith journey, hearing other athletes' stories, understanding different perspectives, and implementing practical action plans to help integrate faith and athletic pursuits have shown to be beneficial for many Christian athletes working to become the best-version-of-themselves. That's why we created a comprehensive, 16-session discussion roadmap that allows athletes to openly discuss common scenarios and situations they face while striving to both deepen their relationship with Jesus and have an athletic career they can be proud of.

These Saint Talks Bible Studies cover subjects such as servant leadership, proclaiming Christ during interviews, praying for an opponent's soul, and making time for prayer with an action-packed schedule. We recognize there are time constraints for many Christian athletes, so these discussions are broken down into bite-sized, 4-session long seasons. We recommend setting aside 30-60 minutes per discussion.

There's power in unity and strength in fellowship. Together, you can confidently progress through your athletic careers while glorifying Christ with your game and pursuing a life with Him for eternity.

  • FORMAT 4 seasons × 4 sessions
  • TIME 30–60 minutes per session
  • PURPOSE To glorify Christ with your game and pursue a life with Him for eternity

SEASON 1

Foundations

Setting the cornerstone of an athlete's faith and sport.

  • SESSION 1

    Starting Line: Committing to Faith and Sport

    Where faith and the field meet — and why every athlete chasing Christ has to start here. 1 Corinthians 9:24-27.

    Download PDF
  • SESSION 2

    Endurance Training: Overcoming Challenges with Faith

    When trials hit, faith forges endurance. James 1 framed for athletes who refuse to quit.

    Download PDF
  • SESSION 3

    Teamwork: Unity for a Purpose

    One body, many parts — what 1 Corinthians 12 teaches about competing as one.

    Download PDF
  • SESSION 4

    Humility: Pursuing Success Without the Spotlight

    Pursuing excellence without chasing applause. Matthew 23 for athletes after the right reward.

    Download PDF
View all of Season 1

SEASON 2

Character

Who you are when no one's watching shapes how you play when everyone is.

  • SESSION 1

    Serving to Lead: The Heart of Leadership

    Lead like Jesus did — not from a position, but from a posture of service. Mark 10.

    Download PDF
  • SESSION 2

    Prioritizing God: Making Time for Prayer Amidst an Action-Packed Schedule

    When the calendar is full but the soul is thirsty — practical ways to make space for God. Luke 5.

    Download PDF
  • SESSION 3

    Reflecting Christ's Character: Sportsmanship and Integrity

    How you compete is how you witness. Philippians 2 for athletes whose play is preaching.

    Download PDF
  • SESSION 4

    Identity in Christ: Discovering True Worth Beyond Athletic Achievements

    Stats fade. Awards fade. What does it mean to find your worth in something that doesn't? Matthew 6.

    Download PDF
View all of Season 2

SEASON 3

The Walk

The ongoing discipline of staying close to Christ in the grind.

  • SESSION 1

    Embracing Coachability: The Christian Athlete's Journey

    Teachable spirits go further than talented ones. Proverbs 19 on growing through correction.

    Download PDF
  • SESSION 2

    Proclaiming Christ: Christian Athletes as Witnesses

    The mic comes. The cameras roll. What do you say? Boldness for the postgame and beyond. Matthew 10.

    Download PDF
  • SESSION 3

    The Athlete's Sabbath: Finding Spiritual Rest and Renewal

    Rest isn't weakness. It's worship. How Sabbath fuels both your soul and your sport. Mark 2.

    Download PDF
  • SESSION 4

    Guarding the Mind: Navigating Media Influence as Christian Athletes

    Whatever you feed your mind feeds your game. Philippians 4 for the scroll-saturated athlete.

    Download PDF
View all of Season 3

SEASON 4

Legacy

What you do with the platform — and what you leave behind.

  • SESSION 1

    Impactful Influence: Using Athletic Platform for God's Kingdom

    You've been given a platform. Now what? Matthew 5 on being salt, light, and an athlete for God.

    Download PDF
  • SESSION 2

    Overcoming Temptation: The Christian Athlete's Battle

    Pride, dishonesty, anger, compromise — the temptations athletes face, and the way out. 1 Corinthians 10.

    Download PDF
  • SESSION 3

    Competing with Compassion: Balancing the Desire to Win with Concern for Opponents' Souls

    Compete with everything you've got — and still love the person across from you. Matthew 22.

    Download PDF
  • SESSION 4

    Legacy of Faith: Transitioning to Life Beyond the Game

    The race ends. The mission doesn't. 2 Timothy 4 for athletes finishing well.

    Download PDF
View all of Season 4