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Here’s what to expect in today’s newsletter:

• Blog

• Weekly Recap

• Quote of the Day

• Cardinal Toolbox

• Upcoming Events

• Read Time: ~ 5 minutes

🔨 BLOG

“SEEKING GOD’S KINGDOM AS AN ATHLETE”

As high school athletes, seeking God's kingdom means having a vision that puts God at the center of everything you do. As Christians, we've been taught the importance of this from a young age.

“Keep God First.”

Having a vision that prioritizes serving God and others is essential for making a positive impact and contributing to God's kingdom. When you're planning your path in sports and life, it's crucial to remember this principle. You can't just focus on building your own kingdom. Instead, you should build with the intention of serving God and His people.

Prioritizing service to God and others can take different forms, depending on your unique gifts, talents, or circumstances. Each one of us, as followers of Christ, has been given special abilities meant to play a specific role in building God's kingdom.

These gifts and talents are not just for our benefit; they are given to us with a divine purpose to use them in serving God and others. In 1 Corinthians 12:4-7, the Apostle Paul talks about this idea: "There are different kinds of gifts, but the same Spirit distributes them. There are different kinds of service, but the same Lord. There are different kinds of working, but in all of them and in everyone, it is the same God at work. Now to each one, the manifestation of the Spirit is given for the common good."

Although we have different gifts and talents, we all share a common goal of serving the Lord. We are like builders of God’s Kingdom, and just as a house needs various skilled workers, God's work in our lives involves using our diverse talents and abilities.

These gifts come from the Holy Spirit, and we must use them to build His kingdom. When planning our future in sports, we should consider not just what we want to achieve, but also how our unique skills and talents can contribute to God's work. Understanding this principle will help us align our vision with God's will.

Remember, service to God goes beyond grand gestures or holding significant positions on your team. Even small acts of kindness, compassion, and love on and off the field can glorify God and contribute to building His kingdom.

As you play out your athletic career, pray for guidance to understand your gifts and how you can use them to serve God and others through sports.

Understanding your gifts will be crucial in developing your blueprint, ensuring that every aspect of your sports career reflects your commitment to God's calling.

In God's kingdom, no role is insignificant, and every act of service, no matter how small, contributes to building His kingdom. Let your blueprint for your sports journey be a testament to your devotion to God and your willingness to use your talents to serve others and advance His kingdom in the world of sports.

- Coach T

💭 QUOTE OF THE DAY

🧰 CARDINAL TOOLBOX

What does it mean to be an ambassador for Christ as an athlete? Vikings QB Kirk Cousins shares his thoughts:

⏪️ WEEKLY RECAP

During the school year in each newsletter, we will post a weekly recap of what has gone on in Cardinal Athletics!

The first fall games of the season start this week so be prepared for weekly recaps starting next week!

Feel free to send pictures and videos for us to post here to [email protected].

‼️ UPCOMING EVENTS

VB @ Regents: JV @ 5:30, V @ 6:30 Address: 3230 Travis County Circle, Austin, TX 78735

VB @ Florence: Freshmen @ 4:00, JV @ 5:00, V @ 6:00 Address: 401 FM 970, Florence, TX 76527

VB vs. Hyde Park: 2 JV games @ 5:30 & 6:30 Address: 500 Immanuel Rd. Pflugerville, TX 78660

FB Scrimmage: Starts at 9:30. Address: 400 Park St. Hutto, TX 78634

🏅 LOOKING FOR MORE WAYS TO SUPPORT CARDINAL ATHLETICS?

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We pray that your day is full of reminders of God’s love and faithfulness. May you faithfully build your life on Christ.

“But He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me. That is why, for Christ’s sake, I delight in my weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties. For when I am weak, then I am strong.” - 2 Corinthians 12:9-10

To God be the glory,

Coach T