Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Friday, July 20, 2018
“So everyone who acknowledges Me before men, I also will acknowledge before my Father who is in Heaven, but whoever denies Me before men, I also will deny before my...
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Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Thursday, July 19, 2018
“For Ezra had set his heart to study the law of the LORD and to practice it, and to teach His statutes and ordinances in Israel." — Ezra 7:10 The Playbook In a few short...
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Soccer
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Wednesday, July 18, 2018
“The greatest among you will be your servant. For those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted.” — Matthew 23:11-12 Doing the Dirty...
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Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Tuesday, July 17, 2018
On paper there was very little difference between John Isner of the U.S. and Kevin Anderson of South Africa, who played in the Wimbledon men’s quarterfinals this year. Ranking: Anderson...
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Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Monday, July 16, 2018
“Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.” — Matthew 5:16 Athletes have an incredible platform to make a...
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Baseball
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Friday, July 13, 2018
“Where can I go from Your Spirit? Where can I flee from Your presence? If I go up to the heavens, You are there; if I make my bed in...
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Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Thursday, July 12, 2018
“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with...
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Baseball
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Wednesday, July 11, 2018
"For it is God who works in you, both to will and to work for His good pleasure.” — Philippians 2:13 During the summer of 2015, I stumbled upon an...
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Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Tuesday, July 10, 2018
"He must increase, but I must decrease." — John 3:30 On Feb. 26, 1852, the HMS Birkenhead was transporting British troops at Danger Point, approximately 87 miles from Cape Town,...
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Baseball
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Monday, July 9, 2018
“Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the inheritance as your reward. You are serving the...
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Soccer
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Friday, July 6, 2018
“Though one may be overpowered, two can defend themselves. A cord of three strands is not quickly broken.” — Ecclesiastes 4:12 Never Walk Alone Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi are...
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Soccer
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Thursday, July 5, 2018
Killian Mbappe is a 19-year-old soccer player who helped France knock Argentina out of the World Cup recently. He scored two goals and forced a penalty kick in the 4-3...
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Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Wednesday, July 4, 2018
“The Lord your God is with you, He is mighty to save. He will take great delight in you, He will quiet you with his love, He will rejoice over...
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Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Tuesday, July 3, 2018
“May the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you a spirit of unity among yourselves as you follow Christ Jesus, so that with one heart and mouth you may...
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Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Monday, July 2, 2018
“Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” — Joshua 1:9 No Fear Mark Knowles...
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Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Friday, June 29, 2018
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to Him, and He will make your paths straight.” —...
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Baseball
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Thursday, June 28, 2018
“Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes.” — Ephesians 6:11 Battle Equipment During the majority of my baseball “career”...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Wednesday, June 27, 2018
“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord; plans to prosper you and not to harm you; plans to give you hope and a future.” — Jeremiah 29:11...
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Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Tuesday, June 26, 2018
"Every God-begotten person conquers the world’s ways. The conquering power that brings the world to its knees is our faith. The person who wins out over the world’s ways is...
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Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Monday, June 25, 2018
“If you do not stand firm in your faith, you will not stand at all.” — Isaiah 7:9b Rocky VII Every sports fan should be familiar with James Braddock’s story, which...
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2012 Summer Olympics
Katrina evacuee is street pastor at Olympics
EDITOR'S NOTE: Baptist Press will publish features about Christian athletes in the Olympics, recap results of their competition and cover Baptist initiatives to share the Gospel during the Summer Games...
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Video of the Week
Video of the Week: Pro Bowl WR finds clarity through Christ (The Increase Stories)
On a flight from Denver to Atlanta, Brandon Marshall, now-wide receiver for the New York Jets, pulled out his Bible and began to read. Seeing this, the lady seated next...
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Featured: Steady Influence
[caption id="attachment_15682" align="aligncenter" width="720"] HOUSTON, TX - MAY 05: Seth Smith #7 of the Seattle Mariners sscores in the ninth inning against the Houston Astros on May 05, 2016 in...
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Featured: On Top of His Game
To achieve his college player of the year season and lead his Oklahoma Sooners to the Final Four for the first time in more than a decade, Buddy Hield replied...
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Soccer
Featured: Taking One for the Team
Take one for the team” is a cliché not heard as much these days, but in the past it was in more regular rotation. In baseball, it could mean a...
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Devotional of the Week
In the Huddle: Bind the Strong Man
This year in the Bengals’ chapel we’ve been looking at 125 questions that Jesus asked in the New Testament. One of them was, “How can anyone enter a strong man’s...
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Sports Spectrum
ON A MISSION: Living Water to Haiti
Located in the center of the Caribbean is the beautiful island of Haiti. In the entire western hemisphere there may not be another nation that has experienced as much calamity....
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Featured: This City Came Together
On August 12th, 2016, rain began to fall on Baton Rouge, Louisiana. There was nothing unusual about it at first. But before long the situation took on a much more...
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MLB Closeup: Cody Allen
The Cleveland Indians drafted Florida native Cody Allen in the 16th round in 2010, but Allen decided to play a season at High Point University to grow stronger after Tommy...
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MLB Closeup: Yan Gomes
Cleveland Indians catcher Yan Gomes quotes Philippians 4:13 in his Twitter bio—“I can do all things through Him who gives me strength”—an admirable display of humility considering his many accomplishments....
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MLB Closeup: Ben Zobrist
It’s only fitting that Ben Zobrist would be named the 2016 World Series MVP and drive home the go-ahead run in Game 7 of the Fall Classic finale. Zobrist grew...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Friday, June 22, 2018
“For since the creation of the world God’s invisible qualities — His eternal power and divine nature — have been clearly seen, being understood from what has been made, so...
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Features
Faith in God fuels U.S. women's gymnastics in Rio
Beyond shared athletic interests and abilities, three of the women on the U.S. Olympic gymnastics team — Gabby Douglas, Simone Biles and Laurie Hernandez — also share something deeper. Biles,...
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Around the Net
Around the Net: U.S. swimmer gives 'all glory to God' in historic win
Sometimes something as small as a touch of an underwater wall can send significant ripples into multiple areas of life. This is the case of Simone Manuel — Olympic swimmer for...
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Basketball
Viral fan video claims Jeremy Lin received unfair treatment
Charlotte Hornets guard Jeremy Lin has been a target as of late — in more ways than one. A Youtube video, featured below, was recently released by an NBA fan,...
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Around the Net
Around the Net: Olympic diving duo directs praise back to Christ
For two of the best divers in the world, winning the gold won't be their top priority in Rio de Janeiro. Back on June 23, at the Olympic diving trials...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Thursday, June 21, 2018
“Now to Him who is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that is at work within us.” — Ephesians 3:20...
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Video of the Week
Video of the Week: Former Olympian Shawn Johnson reflects on identity (I Am Second)
Entering the 2008 Beijing Olympics, U.S. gymnast Shawn Johnson — much like Simone Biles this year — was the favorite to win four gold medals for Team USA. The newspapers said...
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Around the Net
Around the Net: Liberty University Truck Series driver sets new rookie record
If Camping World Truck Series driver William Byron doesn't slow down, his number of race wins may soon surpass his age. On July 30 — last Saturday — the 18-year-old...
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Devotional of the Week
Devotional of the Week: God's Power in Us
“My speech and my proclamation were not with persuasive words of wisdom but with a powerful demonstration by the Spirit, so that your faith might not be based on men’s...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Wednesday, June 20, 2018
“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and instruction. Listen, my son, to your father’s instruction and do not forsake your mother’s teaching.”...
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High Performance
I have set before you an open door, and no one can shut it.” -Rev. 3:8 (NKJV) God opened a remarkable door for Chip Smith 27 years ago...
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Devotional of the Week: Through Christ Who Strengthens Me
“I know both how to have a little, and I know how to have a lot. In any and all circumstances I have learned the secret of being content —...
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Around the Net
Around the Net: Two NBA brothers host faith-based basketball camp
Jrue and Justin Holiday may be on opposite teams from October through April (the New Orleans Pelicans and New York Knicks, respectively), but in the offseason, that is certainly not the case...
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Around the Net
Around the Net: The complexity of Christian sports fandom
All athletes are human. Even Christian athletes like Stephen Curry, who most hold to an almost impossible standard, are sinful human beings — capable of missteps and aberrations. Yet, this...
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Video of the Week
Video of the Week: MLB All-Star is "light in the outfield" for Christ
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lbzGn2fuA1A[/embed] Largely behind the Washington Nationals first-half success (six-game lead over the rest of the NL East), is 2016 NL All-Star Daniel Murphy. Murphy, in his first year with the...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Tuesday, June 19, 2018
Know who you are in Christ “But of Him you are in Christ Jesus…” — 1 Corinthians 1:30 During a high school baseball game between a public school and my...
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Basketball
From the Archives: The Mark of a Champion
With the Cleveland Cavaliers advancing to the NBA Finals, here is an archived story on Mark Price (who spent the first nine years of his career with the Cavs) from...
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Football
Video of the Week: Browns WR reflects on his faith-filled journey (by the Liberty Flames Sports Network)
No one thought that Cleveland Browns wide receiver Andrew Hawkins had the height to excel in the NFL. But his God-given abilities combined with his work ethic proved to be...
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Devotional of the Week
Devotional of the Week: Third is the New First
"You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul…You shall love your neighbor as yourself.” Matthew 22:37, 39 “Winning isn’t everything, it’s the...
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MLB Baseball
Video of the Week: Average Joe | Joe Girardi (By Game Plan For Life)
New York Yankees manager Joe Girardi opens up to Game Plan For Life about the journey God has taken him on as a player and manager for Major League Baseball's...
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Devotional of the Week
Devotional of the Week: Are You a Competitive Christian?
"But after the disciples had gathered around him, he got up and went back into the city." Acts 14:20 No professional golfer in history has faced greater challenges than did...
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Features
Still on the Diamond
Veteran Japanese baseball catcher Ryoji Aikawa will be playing his 21st season in 2015, joining his third team in Japan’s Central League. At 38, Aikawa will be playing for the...
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Olympics
VIDEO: Snowboarder Kelly Clark finds her significance in Christ
American Kelly Clark is the winningest female snowboarder ever. She's won Olympic medals, X Games medals, U.S. Open medals, even an ESPY. But she says her significance isn't found in...
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Basketball
From the Archives: The maturing of a young athlete
Yawn...yawn. Seemingly just another day at the office for point guard Steve Alford. The smooth 6-foot-2 senior led Indiana University to the National Collegiate Athletic Association basketball championship this season,...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Thursday, June 14, 2018
“Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.” — Hebrews 11:1 Defying the Odds In their inaugural season as an expansion...
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Spring print issue NOW AVAILABLE for viewing
Sports Spectrum's winter print issue is now available for online viewing. Log in HERE to view the magazine before it arrives in your mailbox. To receive eight issues of Sports...
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Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Wednesday, June 13, 2018
“After this I looked, and behold, a great multitude that no one could number, from every nation, from all tribes and peoples and languages, standing before the throne before the...
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Soccer
Colombia's Radamel Falcao perseveres for God, will finally compete in his first World Cup
Born into a family of talented athletes, named after a football legend, Colombian striker Radamel Falcao has gained an elite reputation for himself within the world of sport. Falcao is...
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Basketball
Former college basketball coach Dave Bliss releases chapter from new book 'Fall to Grace'
More than a decade after Baylor University’s men’s basketball program fell to pieces, former college basketball coach Dave Bliss opens up about his personal journey—from worldly fame, to humiliation, to...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Tuesday, June 12, 2018
“The LORD said to Moses, ‘Go up into this mountain of Abarim and see the land that I have given to the people of Israel.” — Numbers 27:12 Waiting on...
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Sport
Learning Curve
Every curve ball Daniel Salters turns on during batting practice or digs out of the dirt during his time as the catcher for the powerhouse Dallas Baptist University baseball team,...
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Soccer
Alberto Rodriguez follows Christ as he leads Peru to first World Cup since 1982
With a 2-0 victory over New Zealand in November in a two-leg playoff, Peru earned the 32nd and final spot in the 2018 FIFA World Cup. And it marked the...
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Basketball
Where Are They Now? Closeup: David Chadwick
Though David Chadwick is about as self-effacing as a pastor can be, it was nevertheless unusual for him to begin his Feb. 8 message by saying, “If I seem a...
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Other
Stefano “Verbo” Di Salvo - It's Not About You
I didn’t celebrate when I was initially presented with the opportunity to share my faith in a film created by my team. Instead, I found myself wondering if this was...
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Football
From the Archives: The Amazing Journey of Matt Hasselbeck
It was here, in the poverty-torn country of Jamaica, while sitting next to a man grotesquely disfigured by leprosy, that Matt Hasselbeck began his unexpected journey to the NFL, to...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Monday, June 11, 2018
“If You, O LORD, kept a record of sins, O Lord, who could stand? But with You there is forgiveness; therefore You are feared. I wait for the LORD, my...
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Featured
SS releases Power to Win 2015 Trailer featuring Benjamin Watson
Power To Win is an unparalleled ministry tool, featuring testimonies from current NFL players who share their love for Christ. Your Super Bowl party can use the power of faith...
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Winter print issue NOW AVAILABLE for viewing
Sports Spectrum's winter print issue is now available for online viewing. Log in HERE to view the magazine before it arrives in your mailbox. To receive 12 issues of Sports Spectrum magazine a year, subscribe HERE....
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Soccer
Russia's Alexander Samedov relies on faith as he leads host nation into 2018 World Cup
When Russia kicks off the 2018 FIFA World Cup by taking on Saudi Arabia on Thursday in Moscow, it will mark "the biggest tournament of my life” for right winger Alexander...
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Golf
Touring Together: Inside Bubba Watson and caddy Ted Scott's unique relationship
This article was originally published in Sports Spectrum’s Winter 2016 print magazine. On the PGA Tour, a player’s caddy is there to help, guide, encourage and lead him in the...
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Basketball
Steve and Lorri Zeller release sample chapter of new book about parenting, basketball
Below is an excerpt from Raising Boys The Zeller Way by Steve and Lorri Zeller. In their new book, Steve and Lorri (parents of Luke, Tyler, and Cody Zeller) provide an inside look at...
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Third issue of the fall NOW AVAILABLE
Sports Spectrum's third issue of the fall is now available for online viewing. Log in HERE to view the DigiMag. To receive 12 issues of Sports Spectrum magazine a year, subscribe HERE. This issue includes...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Friday, June 8, 2018
“Now that I, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you also should wash one another’s feet. I have set you an example that you should do as I...
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Closeup
Around The Net: Ryan Clark
During a 2007 game against the Denver Broncos, NFL free safety Ryan Clark had to be rushed to the hospital. Clark, who had suffered from sickle cell trait since his...
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Closeup
Women's Ice Hockey: Anne Schleper
If someone read Anne Schleper’s bio from the past five years they would wonder what she hasn’t accomplished. In 2011, she won a gold medal at the World Championships for...
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Closeup
Tribute Closeup: Alvin Dark
On Nov. 13, two weeks after the San Francisco Giants won their third World Series title in five years, one of the all-time Giants greats, Alvin Dark, passed away at...
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MLB Baseball
Around the World: Emerson Fittipaldi
"Yes, I’m back!” Those three words, in large print, were in a photo collage and placed just above a photo of a candy apple red Ferrari GT 458 and just...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Thursday, June 7, 2018
In rugby, there are 15 players on a team. Each one of them is vital to the success of the team. But it goes much wider than that. Bryan Habana...
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First issue of the fall NOW AVAILABLE
Our first issue of the fall is now available for online viewing. Log in HERE to view. We release two digital issues between each print issue, totaling 12 issues a year and three...
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From The Archives
From the Archives: Heart of the Rockies
"I try to be myself and let my teammates know where I stand in my relationship with the Lord. But at the same time, I don't want them to feel...
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Features
Desire To See Changed Lives
There were so many other places Danny Wuerffel could have been. With a Heisman Trophy and a NFL career on his resume, he could have been coaching at his alma...
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From The Archives
Chronicling the Spiritual Journey of 1999 U.S. Open Champion Payne Stewart
To understand golfer Payne Stewart—the most public of sports figures, who died the most public of deaths last October—you have to look deeper to see what changed him over the...
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From The Archives
Randy Johnson, Big Man in Seattle
Mister Big Randy Johnson. Just the mention of his name elicits a collection of defeated, almost fearful responses from major league hitters. Some shake their head and laugh nervously. Others...
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Basketball
From the Archives -- Starting Over
Below are segments of Sports Spectrum's interview with Mark Jackson from our February 1995 issue. SS: How have you changed since your college days at St. John's? Has being an...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Wednesday, June 6, 2018
“But concerning that day or that hour, no one knows, not even the angels in Heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father. Be on guard, keep awake. For you...
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Log in NOW to view our March 2013 DigiMag and Volume 27, Number 2 print magazine ONLINE!
Can't wait to read your next issue? Log in here to view our March 2013 DigiMag and Volume 27, No. 2 print issue before it arrives in your mailbox! Read on your computer,...
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Featured
From the Archives -- John Wooden, his legacy, and his top five "Woodenisms"
Simply the best. John Wooden is, without question, the most successful, most respected, most everything collegiate basketball coach in the universe. Wooden passed away at age 99 on June 4,...
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Featured
From the Archives -- Not Done Yet
Not Done Yet Joe Torre finishes huddling with reporters in the dugout shortly before the first pitch of a spring training game. One writer lingers to ask a quick question....
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Uncategorized
TobyMac, 'Eye On It' and golf
Review: Eye On It TobyMac writes hit albums in his sleep. At least that’s what I’ve decided. I mean he’s had hit albums dating all the way back to 1992...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Monday, June 4, 2018
“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control…” — Galatians 5:22-23 In The Zone On May 7, 1995, the Indiana Pacers and New...
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NEW ISSUE AVAILABLE!
Read your upcoming print issue EARLY by accessing it online with your computer, iPhone, Android or iPad! It will soon be in your mailboxes! Merry Christmas! 1) Go to the...
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Pre-Order Power to Win 2013
Power to Win 2013 is now available to pre-order! This year's video features the stories of 3 Super Bowl Champions from the New York Giants: Chase Blackburn, Chris Canty, and...
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Around the Net
Around the Net - R.A. Dickey wins NL CY Young
Last night, New York Mets pitcher R.A. Dickey became the first knuckleballer to win the Cy Young award and the first Met to win it since 1985. "Clayton and Gio...
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Featured
Introducing our All-Basketball DigiMag featuring Stephen Curry on the cover!
Our newest DigiMag is now available for viewing! This is our new All-Basketball issue featuring 44 PAGES of professional and college basketball content. Read in-depth features on Golden State Warriors star...
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Around the Net - Athletes turn to Christian rapper Lecrae for inspiration
A recent feature on ESPN.com reveals that Christian rapper, Lecrae, has become an inspirational figure and leader amongst Christian athletes. Lecrae speaks at many different teams' chapel services and has developed...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Friday, June 1, 2018
“Great is the Lord and most worthy of praise; His greatness no one can fathom.” — Psalm 145: 3-7 Standing Stones In 2009, the old Yankee Stadium was closed and...
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Around the Net
Around the Net: Giants' Vogelsong praises God in postgame interview, LSU Photoshops out fans' crosses, Jeremy Lin's couch gone
Ryan Vogelsong praises God Ryan Vogelsong struck out a career-high nine batters in 7 innings Sunday night to help the Giants even the series at 3-3 against the Cardinals. When...
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Featured
From the Archives - Dave Drevecky
Dave Dravecky was a Cinderella story – if Cinderella could have worn cleats to a ballgame instead of glass slippers to a royal ball. Sure athletes retire with every season,...
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Around the Net
Around the Net - Brees breaks record, Pettitte starts Game 2, Hamilton done in Texas?
Drew Brees breaks Unitas' record Sunday night, New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees threw a touchdown pass in his 48th straight game. It broke a near half-century old record that...
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Featured
From the Archives - Andy Pettitte
Andy Pettitte and the New York Yankees have clinched yet another AL East title in 2012 and the once-retired Pettitte figures to factor into the Yankees postseason success one last...
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A Letter from the Publisher
Dear Sports Spectrum Readers, We wanted to thank you for your support over the years and your interest in the faith and sports world. We count it as a great...
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Around the Net
Around the Net - Prayer gets Dickey through season, Tebow Time in New York?
R.A. Dickey's injury New York Mets pitcher and Cy Young candidate, R.A. Dickey, revealed that he has pitched hurt for most of the season. Before his last start Tuesday night,...
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Uncategorized
Closeup -- Kyle Adams
You hear about athletes having breakthrough seasons. Well, 2008 turned out to be a breakthrough year for Chicago Bears’ tight end Kyle Adams. But what Adams, a second-year pro out...
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Uncategorized
Closeup -- Bobby Doerr
Robert Pershing “Bobby” Doerr, at 94, is the oldest living player in baseball’s Hall of Fame. He “lived to celebrate” his beloved Red Sox’ two World Series triumphs, and was...
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Uncategorized
Face-Off -- Bountygate: Pay for performance or pay to injure?
PAY TO INJURE Bountygate,’ the great conspiracy? The NFL’s “Bountygate” scandal, on the surface, seems like a justification to an exaggerated characterization of reality. A pay-for-performance-system sinisterly was distorted as...
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Getting Fit -- The breakdown of periodization
Let me share with you an email I received last week from an employee. It stated, “I would love a Words of Wellness on Periodization of your workout program for...
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Training Table -- Olympic Recap (Week 1)
Monday “Be exalted, O God, above the heavens; Let Your glory be above all the earth.” Psalm 57:11 Above Everything I really enjoyed watching the Olympics this summer. Since we...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Wednesday, May 30, 2018
“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here! All this is from God, who reconciled us to Himself through...
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Training Table -- Olympic Recap (Week 2)
Monday “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” Romans 8:28 Confidence in...
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Training Table -- In His Grip (Week 6)
Monday “Dear brothers and sisters, when troubles come your way, consider it an opportunity for great joy. For you know that when your faith is tested, your endurance has a...
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The Increase
Learning from My Mom - Demario Davis
My mother has been everything to me. Since she had me when she was only 16 years old, I stayed with my grandmother while she finished school but my mom...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Tuesday, May 29, 2018
Rafael Nadal (Spain) is the No. 1 seed and favorite to win the French Open tennis tournament at Roland Garros this year. For tennis fans, this should not come as...
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Uncategorized
Training Table -- From Our Friends (Week 12)
Monday “And the LORD God formed man of the dust of the ground, and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life; and man became a living being.” Genesis 2:7...
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Uncategorized
Road to Perfection
Philip Humber’s frustration with baseball had been building for quite some time. His frustrations reached a crescendo in 2009. That year, Humber—the New York Mets’ first-round pick in the June,...
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From the Archives: 2004 World Champion Red Sox
Since it's almost MLB playoff time, we thought it would be good to visit the archives for our story about the 2004 World Champion Red Sox. In the story, we...
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Around the Net
Around the Net - President Tebow? Tim Hudson on CBN, Josh Hamilton out, Athlete Tweets
President Tebow? In a recent feature with Vogue Magazine, Tim Tebow mentioned a possible future career in politics: “You can get looked at in a certain light, or people think,...
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Torii Hunter - Fully Reliant
As the 2012 MLB season winds down, Torii Hunter and the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim have found themselves in a furious race to win one the the two spots...
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From the Archives -- Center Stage
Many didn't think the Saint Louis Cardinals would be in the playoff hunt without Albert Pujols, but the Cards are once again contending for the playoffs, and Carlos Beltran is...
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Let it Fly
The kicker stands behind a podium in the Heidelberg Room, on the top floor of the Baton Rouge Hilton, and pauses for a moment while grown men dry their eyes....
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From the Archives: Reggie White
Reggie White was a 13-time Pro Bowler, 2-time Defensive player of the year, a Super Bowl champion, and a Hall-of-Famer. The "Minister of Defense" recorded 198 sacks in his career...
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Football
Jason Witten says God didn't give him his talent "just to win titles"
In his nine-year NFL career, Dallas Cowboys tight end Jason Witten has become a model of stability, security and super-sized plays. But to achieve his many NFL honors and to...
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Introducing our NFL Preview and Fantasy DigiMag (FREE FOR THE NEXT WEEK!)
Our newest DigiMag is now available for viewing! This is our new NFL and Fantasy preview issue featuring 54 PAGES of football content to prepare you for the upcoming 2012-13...
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From the Archives -- God and Goals
Lying in bed for two months with a broken neck, 18-year-old Ricardo Izecson dos Santos Leite made a list of 10 goals. Nevermind the fact that he was uncertain to...
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Introducing our August 2012 Olympic Recap DigiMag for FREE! (NOW VIEWABLE ON THE iPAD!)
Our newest DigiMag is now available for viewing and we are giving this issue away for FREE! This is our new August 2012 and Olympic Recap issue featuring 40 PAGES of Olympic...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Thursday, May 10, 2018
"Being strengthened with all power according to his glorious might so that you may have great endurance and patience." — Colossians 1:11 His Strength Strength is a key component for the competitive...
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2012 Summer Olympics
Top South African road cyclist Ashleigh Moolman Pasio talks about God's sovereignty
Road cyclist Ashleigh Moolman Pasio (far left), South Africa, participated in her first Olympics this year in London. She finished 16th and was the top South African in the 2012...
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2012 Summer Olympics
U.S. wrestler open about faith, on & off mat
EDITOR'S NOTE: Tim Ellsworth, editor of BP Sports and director of news and media relations at Union University, is in London to cover the 2012 Olympics in tandem with Baptist...
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2012 Summer Olympics
Three-time Olympian Oludamola Osayomi, Nigeria, talks about relying on God in sport
Oludamola Osayomi, Nigerian and African Champion, 100/200 meters, is participating in her third Olympics, after representing Nigeria in 2004 and 2008. She won an Olympic bronze medal in 2008 as part of...
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2012 Summer Olympics
Olympian Brittany Viola 'diving for the Lord'
EDITOR'S NOTE: Tim Ellsworth, editor of BP Sports and director of news and media relations at Union University, is in London to cover the 2012 Olympics in tandem with Baptist...
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2012 Summer Olympics
British kayaker Angela Hannah discusses kayaking and the challenges of faith
British kayaker Angela Hannah, along with teammates Jess Walker, Rachel Cawthorn, and Louisa Sawers, finished second in their first heat on Monday during the Olympic women’s 500-meter K4 (kayak, with...
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2012 Summer Olympics
U.S. gold medalist Gabby Douglas: 'glory goes' to God
EDITOR'S NOTE: Tim Ellsworth, editor of BP Sports and director of news and media relations at Union University, is in London to cover the 2012 Olympics in tandem with Baptist...
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2012 Summer Olympics
Struggles make triathlete Hunter Kemper refocus priorities
Triathlete Hunter Kemper finished 14th on Tuesday in the London 2012 men's triathlon, becoming the top American men's finisher in all four Olympic games since the triathlon made its debut...
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2012 Summer Olympics
Will Claye, long and triple jump, competes without worry
Will Claye, who already earned a bronze medal in the long jump on Saturday, finished fourth in today's qualifying for the triple jump to earn a spot in Thursday's triple...
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2012 Summer Olympics
Gold medalist Sanya Richards-Ross talks about faith, family and fame
On Sunday, Sanya Richards-Ross won the gold medal in the women’s 400 meters. She will also be running in the 4x400-meter relay on Saturday, Aug. 11. She is a four-time Olympic...
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2012 Summer Olympics
God has used 'ups & downs' of volleyball, U.S. captain says
EDITOR'S NOTE: Tim Ellsworth, editor of BP Sports and director of news and media relations at Union University, is in London to cover the 2012 Olympics in tandem with Baptist...
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2012 Summer Olympics
Jo van de Winkel, South Africa, discusses cycling and motivation
South African Jo van de Winkel (middle), women's cycling, finished 28th in the women's cycling road race. She has been on some of the most successful teams in South Africa....
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2012 Summer Olympics
Olympic high jumper sees God in opportunity
EDITOR'S NOTE: Tim Ellsworth, editor of BP Sports and director of news and media relations at Union University, is in London to cover the 2012 Olympics in tandem with Baptist...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Friday, May 25, 2018
“Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour.” – 1 Peter 5:8 On The Prowl If you watch a Major...
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2012 Summer Olympics
Richard Chambers helps Britain win third rowing medal
Great Britain’s Richard Chambers, along with teammates Peter Chambers (brother), Rob Williams and Chris Bartley, helped Britain win its third Olympic rowing medal at the 2012 London Olympics by taking...
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Devotional of the Week
Striving for Perfection
"...be ye holy; for I am holy." I Peter 1:16 (KJV) Occasionally, as I have the time, I enjoy playing baseball on my Playstation 2. Each time I play it,...
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2012 Summer Olympics
Tobin Heath's passions are Christ and soccer
Recap so far: The U.S. won their group, Group G, by going 3-0 (they beat France 4-2, Colombia 3-0, and North Korea 1-0. It is the first time the U.S. won...
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Counterfeit
"Once the owner of the house gets up and closes the door, you will stand outside knocking and pleading, ‘Sir, open the door for us.’ But he will answer, ‘I...
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2012 Summer Olympics
Idara Otu, Nigeria, discusses faith and obstacles
Nigeria's Idara Otu (middle), track and field, will run in the semifinals of the 4x400 meters on August 10. She is a two-time All-American who ran at Stanford and is...
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Sports Spectrum NHL Capsules
Vice President of U.S. Sports and Sports Correspondent Ryan DiNunzio provides an in-depth analysis of every NHL team to prepare you for the upcoming NHL season. EASTERN CONFERENCE ATLANTIC DIVISION...
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2012 Summer Olympics
Next for U.S. archers: fall weddings
EDITOR'S NOTE: Tim Ellsworth, editor of BP Sports and director of news and media relations at Union University, is in London to cover the 2012 Olympics in tandem with Baptist...
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2012 Summer Olympics
Boudia wins bronze in synchronized diving
EDITOR'S NOTE: Tim Ellsworth, editor of BP Sports and director of news and media relations at Union University, is in London to cover the 2012 Olympics in tandem with Baptist...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Thursday, May 24, 2018
"Therefore, we are ambassadors for Christ, God making His appeal through us. We implore you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God." — 2 Corinthians 5:20 (ESV) Representin’ The...
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In The News: Albert Pujols
The invitation came in the mail one day, and 24-year-old Shawn Hoskin was all aflutter for weeks. He had been invited to the Pujols Family Foundation’s annual autumn prom, the...
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2012 Summer Olympics
U.S. archer: God has used struggles to 'deepen my trust'
EDITOR'S NOTE: Tim Ellsworth, editor of BP Sports and director of news and media relations at Union University, is in London to cover the 2012 Olympics in tandem with Baptist...
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Devotional of the Week
Are You All In?
“For the eyes of the Lord range throughout the earth to strengthen those whose hearts are fully committed to him.” II Chronicles 16:9 In the first round of the NBA...
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2012 Summer Olympics
Victory in the Lord's hands, U.S. archers say
EDITOR'S NOTE: Tim Ellsworth, editor of BP Sports and director of news and media relations at Union University, is in London to cover the 2012 Olympics in tandem with Baptist...
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Riding the Roller Coaster - Jeff Francoeur
Kansas City Royals right fielder Jeff Francoeur experienced that life might not go as planned, which is why he understands the importance of a love that satisfies. When Sports Spectrum...
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Devotional of the Week
Forgetting the Past
“No, dear brothers and sisters, I have not achieved it, but I focus on this one thing: Forgetting the past and looking forward to what lies ahead.” Philippians 3:13 Most...
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Around the Net
Around the Net - Lin leaving New York, Tebow wins ESPY, Brees signs contract, Johnson wins John Deere
Lin to Houston The New York Knicks finally decided to let Jeremy Lin go to Houston, choosing not to match the Rockets 3-year deal worth $25 million. Extremely excited and...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Wednesday, May 23, 2018
“But You, O LORD, shall laugh at them; You shall have all the nations in derision.” — Psalm 59:6 Feeling Intimidated? In 1965, during the Illinois high school boys’ basketball tournament,...
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Fall 2011...It's Here
Our Fall 2011 issue, featuring Packers wide receiver Jordy Nelson on the cover, has arrived at the Sports Spectrum offices. If you are a subscriber, you'll be receiving your own...
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From the Archives -- Betty Cuthbert
Betty Cuthbert—the Olympic champion Australians have fondly tagged “Golden Girl”— has always loved to run fast! She was born (along with twin sister) in 1938 at Merrylands, Sydney, no more...
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Feature Friday: Matt Beacham
While many athletes are judged solely on how well they fare against their competition, surfers are ultimately judged on how they handle what the sea throws at them. Once surf...
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Around the Net
Around the Net - Beltran and McCutchen in HR Derby, Thunder in Texas, Teixeira in war of words with Padilla
Home Run Derby Andrew McCutchen and Carlos Beltran will compete in tonight's Home Run Derby for the National League. McCutchen and Beltran have both been featured in the pages of...
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Devotional of the Week
A Tribute to Christian Coaches
“Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven.” Matthew 5:16 Parents, teachers, pastors, coaches and athletes are role...
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Summer 2012 Issue
Our Summer 2012 issue (Vol. 26 No. 3) is complete, and you'll be receiving it early July! Here's the cover featuring Olympians Bryan Clay, Ryan Hall and Dawn Harper. Enter...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Tuesday, May 22, 2018
"And when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the crown of glory that will never fade away." — 1 Peter 5:4 The Crown of Glory It is almost time...
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God's Plan
Despite injuries his first two seasons, Tyler Zeller's faith and trust in God remained strong, and on Thursday, the middle Zeller was selected 17th overall in the NBA Draft by...
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Devotional of the Week
A Time to Intercede
“But of Him you are in Christ Jesus...” I Corinthians 1:30 During a high-school baseball game between a public school and my son’s Christian school, a parent of a player...
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Featured
New Release: The Jersey Effect
Hunter Smith, twelve-year NFL punter and Super Bowl XLI Champion, partners with Darrin Gray of All-Pro Dad, a national fatherhood program, and Stephen Copeland of Sports Spectrum, to write "The...
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Around the Net
Around the Net--Dickey stays in the headlines, Mahan makes boy's day, Viola Olympic bound
R.A. Dickey stays in the headlines Though R.A. Dickey's scoreless inning streak came to an end and he looked ordinary in the Mets' loss to the Yankees on Sunday, his...
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From the Archives: Josh Hamilton
Silver Lining Not twice or three times but eight times Josh Hamilton went to drug rehabilitation—and not once did his trips lead to recovery. With no place to go and...
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From the Archives: David Robinson
Tall Order Some people seem to have been born knowing just what they want to be when they grow up. David Robinson isn't one of them. The possibility of a...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Monday, May 21, 2018
“They worshiped their idols, which became a snare to them. They sacrificed their sons and their daughters to demons.” — Psalm 106:36-37 Current Arizona State head football coach Herm Edwards...
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Around the Net
Around the Net - Bubba Watson
The NY Times has a nice story on Bubba Watson dealing with his sudden fame since winning The Masters. Watson, 33, seeks the guidance of a pastor but not a...
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Tweet of the Day - @DavidtheAdmiral
Wow! These young guns have earned their stripes! No way I thought we would lose 4 in a row.— David Robinson (@DavidtheAdmiral) June 7, 2012
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In the News: Matt Hasselbeck
It was in the poverty-torn country of Jamaica that Matt Hasselbeck began his unexpected journey to the NFL, to the Pro Bowl and to the Super Bowl. As a sophomore...
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Video of the Day - Mike Fisher and Carrie Underwood talk about their faith
Nashville Predators star Mike Fisher and his wife, Carrie Underwood, talk about their faith in an interview with Oprah. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zNYdRVGj8MQ
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Tweet of the Day - @kirkcousins8
Cannot imagine being one of the thousands of young men who stormed Normandy's beaches 68 years ago, today. Forever grateful. #DDay— Kirk Cousins (@KirkCousins8) June 6, 2012
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Friday, May 18, 2018
“If anyone speaks he should do it as one speaking the very words of God. If anyone serves, he should do it with the strength God provides so that in...
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Devotional of the Week
Above And Beyond
“Now to Him who is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that is at work within us.” Ephesians 3:20 I...
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Tweet of the Day - @RealMikeRob
Praise God 4 2day. The company u keep will reflect your character. Proverbs 13:20. B a positive influence on people. Make 2day a great day— Michael Robinson (@RealMikeRob) June 5,...
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Tweet of the Day - @RennieCurran53
Never lose hope. Remember that God has a plan, even when it doesn't seem like it. Just keep pushin one day at a time. Thas all you can do— Rennie...
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Tweet of the Day - @aeneas35
Good Relationships starts with a great relationship with your creator. Greatest command Love God with all your heart, soul, mind!— Aeneas Williams(@aeneas35) May 31, 2012
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Video of the Day - Power Cross Ministry
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VexaZ_2bssY You can read more about Power Cross in our latest DigiMag.
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Thursday, May 17, 2018
“Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall trouble or hardship or persecution or famine or nakedness or danger or sword? As it is written: ‘For your sake...
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Tweet of the Day - @therealtobymac
Me & my homie @bubbawatson hangin @bubbasbash...great heart on this Masters Champ! He knows wassup & wants 2 share it! twitter.com/therealtobymac…— TobyMac (@therealtobymac) May 30, 2012
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2011 NFL Capsules
Get ready for the first week of the NFL season by checking out our 2011 NFL Capsules. Read up on each division, team, and check out our encouraging quotes from...
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Tweet of the Day - @KirkCousins8
Lately life has been like my freshman year of college. Move to a new place, meet new people, & spend every waking moment learning a playbook— Kirk Cousins (@KirkCousins8) May...
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In The News This Week: Webb Simpson
“I’m a big believer in prayer…” PGA rookie Webb Simpson told the largest room of reporters and television cameras he had ever faced in his young career. He had just...
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Video of the Day - Pam Tebow Interview
We had a chance to speak to Tim Tebow's mother, Pam Tebow a few weeks ago at a fundraiser for the Power Cross Ministry. Mrs. Tebow talks about raising Godly...
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Tweet of the Day - @AaronCurry51
In peace I will lie down and sleep,for you alone, Lord,make me dwell in safety. (Psalm 4:8 NIV) — Aaron Curry (@AaronCurry51) May 23, 2012
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Faceoff - Learning from the Jim Tressel/Ohio St. Scandal
With lucrative careers, the pressure to win is enormous. So is the pressure to break the rules and conceal your wrongs. Following the Ohio State football debacle and Jim Tressel’s...
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From the Archives: Friends In Deed
Former managing editor of Sports Spectrum, Dave Branon, wrote "Friends In Deed" for SS's November 1999 issue about David Robinson and Avery Johnson's unique friendship. Imagine having a nice leisurely...
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Tweet of the Day - @WellsThompson
Do we take life for granted sometimes? Each day is a priceless gift from God & should be lived as such! Celebrate life today w/ love & joy!— Wells Thompson...
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Tweet of the Day - @JLin7
huge thank you to all the fans who made this year so special! ill never forget how much fun you guys made this season!— Jeremy Lin (@JLin7) May 10, 2012
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Video of the Day - Rangers slide into tarp during rain delay
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Tuesday, May 15, 2018
“But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about...
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Around the Net
Around the Net - Kurt Warner responds to critics, London Fletcher talks Seau's death,Teenager takes Tebow to prom
Kurt Warner on concussions Last week, NFL Network analyst and former Super Bowl MVP, Kurt Warner, appeared on the Dan Patrick show and said that he would prefer that his...
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Basketball
2018 NBA Conference Championship Predictions
The NBA Conference Championships are underway with the Boston Celtics routing the favored Cleveland Cavaliers 108-83 in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals. On the other end, the Golden...
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Tweet of the Day - @shaunalexander
Today is the United States of America's come together & pray day. Pray for our leaders, our soldiers, our heros,& the future of our country.— Shaun Alexander (@shaunalexander) May 3,...
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Tweet of the Day - @steve_copeland
"I want to get my heart right before I play so I play for the right reasons." - @bencranegolf @Sports_Spectrum — Steve Copeland (@steve_copeland) May 1, 2012
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From the Archives - Carson Palmer
No. 1 NFL draft picks Sam Bradford (2010), Carson Palmer (2003), David Carr (2002), and Michael Vick (2001) have all been featured in Sports Spectrum. With the NFL Draft beginning...
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Around the Net
Around the Net - Infidelity website offers $1 million to sleep with Tim Tebow, Bubba Watson returns
Tim Tebow A controversial infidelity website is offering $1 million for anyone who can prove they've slept with Tim Tebow: AshleyMadison.com founder and CEO Noel Biderman says Tebow should embrace...
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Tweet of the Day - @JasonRomano
If you like sports with a spiritual twist, check out @Sports_Spectrum and the @sportsyapp podcast. Good stuff. — Jason Romano (@JasonRomano) April 19, 2012 We agree!
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Tweet of the Day - @JLin7
Now im blushing... RT @stevenovak20: Congrats to @JLin7 on being named one of TIME's 100 most influential people! #ThatsMyTeammate — Jeremy Lin (@JLin7) April 18, 2012
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Around the Net
Around the Net - Lin and Tebow among Time's 100 most influential, Torii's Taxes
Tim Tebow New York Jets new quarterback Tim Tebow was named one of the 100 most influential people by Time Magazine, and interestingly enough, New York Knicks point guard, Jeremy Lin,...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Monday, May 14, 2018
“But the Lord answered her, ‘Martha, Martha, you are anxious and troubled about many things, but one thing is necessary. Mary has chosen the good portion, which will not be...
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Tweet of the Day - @Isaiah_Thomas2
That when I fill out paperwork and it says "Occupation?" I get to write "NBA" thats a blessing that I thank God for EVERYDAY, livin a dream! — Isaiah Thomas...
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Hockey
NHL Eastern Conference Finals Predictions: Washington Capitals vs. Tampa Bay Lightning
The battle for the Prince of Wales Trophy is at stake as the Tampa Bay Lightning takes on the Washington Capitals. Alex Ovechkin's series-winning goal over the Pittsburgh Penguins in Game...
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Video of the Day - ESPN's Rick Reilly on Tim Tebow
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cvk9rxnsRj0
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Tweet of the Day - @DeionSanders
When was the last time u had a conversation with God without asking 4 something? Can we just thank him sometimes 4 being who he is 2 us? Plz —...
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Hockey
NHL Western Conference Finals Predictions: Vegas Golden Knights vs Winnipeg Jets
The NHL's Western Conference Finals are between two upstart teams in the Winnipeg Jets and Vegas Golden Knights. The Vegas Golden Knights have defied expectations in their inaugural season, becoming...
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Tweet of the Day - @jonathanstewar1
Praising him early in the am instagr.am/p/JW_GEtKFbz/ fb.me/17MHG8G1i— Jonathan Stewart (@Jonathanstewar1) April 13, 2012
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Video of the Day - Tyler Zeller
Tyler Zeller, who we featured in the Winter 2012 issue, does a video for I Am Second: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6pCnp_aNh50
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Video of the Day - Tebow/Lin friendship
CBS won't let us embed this one, but it's a good one. Jeremy Lin's spiritual mentor talks about Jeremy and Tim Tebow's friendship, and their shared Christian faith. Click the...
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Tweet of the Day - @Sports_Spectrum
@inhisgripgolf in the @sports_spectrum office today. Sweet ride... twitter.com/Sports_Spectru… — Sports Spectrum Mag (@Sports_Spectrum) April 12, 2012
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Tweet of the Day - Trevor Bayne
@janzenj @suitupministry His glory doesn't need anyone.. But He chooses to use everyone willing — Trevor Bayne (@Tbayne21) April 11, 2012
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Video of the Day - Tim Tebow at Easter Service
Tim Tebow talks about his faith at an Easter Sunday service in Texas: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=usEMk0YRVaM
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Tweet of the Day - @WellsThompson
Gettin' pumped up readin' my new @Sports_Spectrum magazine on the way to our game against Real Salt Lake tonight! twitter.com/WellsThompson/… — Wells Thompson (@WellsThompson) April 7, 2012
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Around the Net
Around the Net - Bubba wins the Masters, Tim Tebow speaks at Easter service, Pena back with Rays
Bubba Watson wins the Masters Bubba Watson won the 2012 Masters, clinching the tournament win after a two-hole playoff against Louis Oosthuizen. Watson, who was featured in the Winter 2012 issue...
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2012 MLB Preview DigiMag
Our newest DigiMag is now available for viewing! This is our big baseball preview issue which features: A new "Airing it Out" column by Sports Spectrum editor Brett Honeycutt about...
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2011 Year in Review DigiMag
Read our 2011 Year in Review DigiMag, where we, as a Sports Spectrum staff, give you our top tens from the year. Categories are both Christian and secular: sporting events,...
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Around the Net
Around the Net - NY Mets Dickey writes memoir, Lin to have surgery, Bubba Watson adopts boy
Knuckleballer R.A. Dickey writes memoir New York Mets knuckleballer R.A. Dickey has released his memoir called, "Wherever I Wind Up: My Quest for Truth, Authenticity and the Perfect Knuckleball." The...
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Stanford Baseball: Faith and Baseball
Stanford righthander Mark Appel, a projected first round pick in the June draft, talks about his Christian faith and growing up in Houston and in the San Francisco Bay Area....
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Around the Net
Around the Net - Kershaw's spring, Dodgers get new owner, Zeller talks faith, Butler's Nored already a head coach
Dodgers' Kershaw unhappy with slider, happy with Magic Johnson as owner Los Angeles Dodgers ace Clayton Kershaw is unhappy with the way he has thrown his slider during Spring Training. Kershaw and...
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Around the Net
John Fox must have faith in Tim Tebow
Jen Floyd Engel of foxsports.com writes that John Fox should have faith in Tim Tebow. She even starts the article out with a quote from C.S. Lewis. Engel says that...
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Around the Net
Black Monday
In what ESPN and other press members deemed "Black Monday" (at least they didn't call it Fire-gate or something like that) two NFL coaches got the pink slip and one...
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Around the Net
Tim Tebow responds to Jake Plummer
Tim Tebow responded to Jake Plummer's comments on his faith on ESPN's popular show First Take. Tebow: "I respect Jake's opinion, and I really appreciate his compliment of calling me a winner....
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Happy New Year!
The Sports Spectrum staff wants to wish everyone a very Happy New Year! In celebration you should order a Sports Spectrum Calendar! (shameless plug) The Sports Spectrum calendar features some...
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Uncategorized
2012 Baseball Preview -- SS Top 10's
TOP 10 ACQUISITIONS 1. Albert Pujols, L.A. Angels – Biggest acquisition in recent years, for any team. 2. Prince Fielder, Detroit Tigers – Returning to the city where he watched...
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Around the Net
Around the Net - Tim Tebow to New York, Christians in the NCAA Tournament
Tebowmania in New York Last night, the Denver Broncos and the New York Jets finalized a trade to send Tim Tebow, and subsequent Tebowmania, to New York. Tim Tebow will...
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Coming this week: Sports Spectrum's 2012 MLB Preview DigiMag
Sports Spectrum managing editor Brett Honeycutt and staff writer Aaron May provide division capsules, top tens, and editorials about the upcoming MLB season while SPORTS YAPP host Bryce Johnson interviews...
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Featured
Winter 2012 Issue and Christmas Special
Our Winter 2012 issue is complete, and you'll be receiving it come the New Year! Here's the cover featuring Washington Redskins linebacker London Fletcher and Indianapolis Colts center Jeff Saturday....
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Devotional of the Week
We Must Remain Disciplined in the Word
“And these words which I command you today shall be in your heart. You shall teach them diligently to your children, and shall talk of them when you sit in...
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Around the Net
Around the Net - #FreeTebow, Indiana's Tom Crean, Louisville's Peyton Siva
#FreeTebow Former Colts QB Peyton Manning has decided to sign with the Denver Broncos, picking the other horse-related nickname in the NFL, but while everyone should be talking about Manning, they...
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In the News: Tim Tebow
The Broncos are 8-5, on a six-game winning streak and 7-1 since Time Tebow was named the starter. All he does is win. This post includes Tebow's testimony that was...
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Winter 2012 DigiMag
The newest Sports Spectrum DigiMag is here! This issue features stories on: Indiana freshman center Cody Zeller, NY Giants DE Justin Tuck, New England Patriots WR Matthew Slater, more coverage...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Tuesday, May 8, 2018
In 2018, Desiree Linden became the first U.S. woman to win the Boston Marathon in 33 years. She was just a year old when Lisa Larsen Weidenbach (both of them...
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Our gift to you...the Sports Spectrum Fall 2011 DigiMag
Enjoy this free issue of Sports Spectrum's first ever interactive digital magazine, which includes 14 pages of Sports Spectrum stories and columns, video content of Sports Spectrum interviews,...
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Introducing Our Spring 2012 Cover Featuring Jeremy Lin...
Order this issue or a subscription today by clicking HERE or by calling: 866-821-2971. This 116-page issue includes a special 16-page golf section in conjunction with In His Grip Golf along...
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Best Quotes of 2011
Top Sports Spectrum Quotes of 2011 1. “Sure, golf is important to me. I’m doing my job and supporting my family and following my career, but I still understand no...
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Around the Net - March Madness with the Zeller Bros.
The Zeller Brothers The Zeller brothers have fired up their hometown of Washington, Ind. for March Madness. People throughout the town have been seen wearing Tar Heel blue or Indiana...
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Around the Net
Around the Net - Ben Utecht reflects on Peyton Manning
Sports Spectrum featured former tight end and current musician Ben Utecht in its Fall 2009 issue. Utecht won a Super Bowl with Peyton Manning in the 2006-07 season and wrote...
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In the News: Mark Richt
Georgia head coach Mark Richt has led his team to eight straight victories after opening the season with back-to-back losses against Boise State and South Carolina. No. 15 Georgia crushed...
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From the Archives: Michael Redd
Redd Man Walking Michael Redd already had the best preparation an NBA player could get for the upcoming season. Now it seemed appropriate to carry out the proper celebration for...
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Around the Net
Around the Net - Trevor Bayne back in the Daytona 500, Durant named All-Star MVP, Red Sox ban alcohol, Sox' Gonzalez looks to lead
Trevor Bayne in the Daytona 500 Tonight, after rain delays and postponements, NASCAR will open it's season with the Daytona 500 at 7 p.m. Trevor Bayne, last year's out of...
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Around the Net
Around the Net - Gary Carter passes away, Jeremy Lin headline controversy, Josh Hamilton's makeover
Gary Carter Baseball Hall of Famer Gary Carter passed away last week, succumbing to his battle with brain cancer at the age of 57. Carter, an 11-time All-Star, had a...
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New Deal - Buy a Subscription, Get Wisdom and Sports for Free!
For the rest of the February, we have a special offer to a subscription to Sports Spectrum. Buy a subscription, and get our newest book, Wisdom & Sports, for FREE!...
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Devotional of the Week
Coaching Wisdom
“When I was a child, I talked like a child, I thought like a child, I reasoned like a child. When I became a man, I put childish ways behind...
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Happy Valentine's Day
Happy Valentine's Day everyone! Listen to former Tennessee Titans running back Eddie George on our podcast, SPORTS YAPP, as he talks about his faith and his marriage. George also gives...
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2012 Sports Spectrum Calendar only $5
The 2012 Sports Spectrum Calendar is only $5. You still have more than 10 months to use it this year. Buy it while supplies last. Click here to order:
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Around the Net
Around the Net - Jeremy Lin, Josh Hamilton
Jeremy Lin It's Linsanity! It's Linsane in the Linbrane! Just Lin baby! Jeremy Lin has become the talk of the sports world the past week--coming from his brother's couch to...
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Devotional of the Week
Freedom and Confidence
“In him and through faith in him we may approach God with freedom and confidence.” Ephesians 3:12 Can you imagine approaching your coach with a problem, frustration or concern? What...
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From the Archives: Aaron Rodgers
Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers may not have the Hall of Fame numbers that predecessor Brett Favre has, but he has succeeded in winning over diehard fans who mourned...
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Devotional of the Week
Loyal Following
“Here is a trustworthy saying: If we died with him, we will also live with him; if we endure, we will also reign with him. If we disown him, he...
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Devotional of the Week
The Red Zone
“The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.” John 10:10 It’s no coincidence that...
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Devotional of the Week
Right Priorities?
“What good is it for a man to gain the whole world, yet forfeit his soul?” Mark 8:36 Drugs, more specifically performance enhancing drugs such as steroids, have caused more...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Friday, May 4, 2018
“He is not here, for he has risen, as he said. Come, see the place where he lay.” – Matthew 28:6 The Story Isn’t Over I saw them in the...
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Devotional of the Week
The Right Direction
“...how can we know the way?” John 14:5 The building where I work in downtown Pittsburgh is located near the river on the edge of town. Since the area contains...
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Devotional of the Week
God Knows Our Names
“I have written your name on the palms of my hands.” Isaiah 49:16 (NLT) There’s a commercial that has Colorado Rockies pitcher Ubaldo Jimenez spinning through a display of name...
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Featured
Sports Spectrum at the Super Bowl
Starting Sunday, Sports Spectrum will have coverage all week from the Super Bowl. We've sent our staff writer, Stephen Copeland, to Indianapolis to cover the week's festivities and events. Steve...
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Devotional of the Week
Thanking God in the Ups and Downs
“And whatever you do or say, do it as a representative of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks through Him to God the Father.” Colossians 3:17 Whenever I go on my...
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Featured
From the Archives: Reggie White
SS: What's your biggest dream after football? Reggie: I want to be used by God. To bring people into the Kingdom. And I pray more and more every day that...
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Featured
In the News: Maya Moore
WNBA Rookie of the Year Maya Moore helped lead the Minnesota Lynx to its first franchise championship on Oct. 7 when they completed a 3-0 sweep against the Atlanta Dream....
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Coaches
OneCoach: Giving Your All
“For everyone who has been born of God overcomes the world. And this is the victory that has overcome the world—our faith. Who is it that overcomes the world except...
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Featured
Power to Win 2012
This year's Power to Win DVD features Colts center Jeff Saturday, Redskins linebacker London Fletcher and former Colts punter Hunter Smith. Hosted by former Saints fullback and current NFL Network...
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Devotional of the Week
We Must Guard Ourselves With Truth
“I am sending him back. You therefore receive him, that is, my own heart, whom I wished to keep with me, that on your behalf he might minister to me...
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Coaches
OneCoach: Strength In God
“The Mighty One, God, the Lord, speaks and summons the earth from the rising of the sun to the place where it sets. From Zion, perfect in beauty, God shines...
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Devotional of the Week
Accountability And Fleeing Sin
“The proverbs of Solomon son of David, king of Israel: for gaining wisdom and instruction; for understanding words of insight; for receiving instruction in prudent behavior.” Proverbs 1:1-3 When Paul...
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Featured
In the News: NL Comeback Player of the Year Lance Berkman
Deep in the Heart of Berkman Lance Berkman has carved out a rather formidable reputation as an unstressed, underdressed Texan, an ultra-loose character, a chortling clubhouse comedian who isn’t afraid...
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Devotional of the Week
His Strength
“Being strengthened with all power according to His glorious might so that you may have great endurance and patience. “ Colossians 1:11 Strength is a key component for the competitive...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Thursday, May 3, 2018
“As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all men, especially unto them who are of the household of faith.” - Galatians 6:10 BLOWN SAVES I enjoy reading...
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Olympics
Christian Olympians to watch at the 2018 PyeongChang Winter Games
By Becky York and Aliese Willard With the 2018 Winter Olympic Opening Ceremony in the books, it's time for the games to begin. Here are six Christians to keep your...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Monday, February 19, 2018
“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord; plans to prosper you and not to harm you; plans to give you hope and a future.” —...
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Coaches
OneCoach: Enthusiastic Christianity
“And he said: “I tell you the truth, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven. Therefore, whoever humbles himself like this...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Wednesday, May 2, 2018
“For this reason I remind you to fan into flame the gift of God, which is in you through the laying on of my hands. For the Spirit God gave...
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Daily Devotional
Daily Devotional - Tuesday August 22, 2017
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding,...
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Daily Devotional
Daily Devotional - Monday August 21, 2017
“Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope.” (Romans 5:3-4) Don’t Dwell on the Past Jordan...
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Daily Devotional
Daily Devotional - Friday August 18, 2017
“Run in such a way as to get the prize.” 1 Corinthians 9:24 Live Life Without Regrets I will never forget the first time I walked into my college football...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Tuesday, May 1, 2018
"He [Jesus] got up, rebuked the wind and said to the waves, 'Quiet! Be still!' Then the wind died down and it was completely calm. He said to His disciples, 'Why...
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Daily Devotional
Daily Devotional - Tuesday August 15, 2017
"God’s grace has saved you because of your faith in Christ. Your salvation doesn’t come from anything you do. It is God’s gift. It is not based on anything you...
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Daily Devotional
Daily Devotional - Monday August 14, 2017
“Your eye is the lamp to your body. When your eyes are good, your whole body also is full of light. But when they are bad, your body also is...
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Coaches
OneCoach: ‘America’s Coach’
“…Supplement your faith with virtue, and virtue with knowledge, and knowledge with self-control, and self-control with steadfastness, and steadfastness with godliness…” — 1 Peter 1:5-7 (ESV) Maybe “America’s Coach” is...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Monday, April 30, 2018
Honor One Another Above Yourselves “Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves.” — Romans 12:10 It was one of my first practices as a freshman...
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Basketball
The Lakeshow AAU: Teaching the Fundamentals of Character
The following article is featured in the latest edition of Sports Spectrum. To get a full subscription to the magazine, including it’s online content, click here to subscribe. In Silicon Valley, it takes a...
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Coaches
OneCoach: The Way Of Christ
“Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice. Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in...
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Coaches
OneCoach: Do What Is Good
“In everything set them an example by doing what is good. In your teaching show integrity, seriousness and soundness of speech that cannot be condemned.” — Titus 2:7 Some close...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Thursday, April 26, 2018
“God and for this we labor and strive, that we have put our hope in the living God, who is the Savior of all men, and especially of those who...
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Daily Devotional
Daily Devotional - Wednesday August 2, 2017
“The crucible for silver and the furnace for gold, but the Lord tests the heart.” —Proverbs 17:3 My 2015 postseason with the Mets was a really special time for me....
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Wednesday, April 25, 2018
“If one of you says to them, ‘Go in peace; keep warm and well fed,’ but does nothing about their physical needs, what good is it? In the same way,...
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Coaches
OneCoach: Any Questions?
“Let the wise hear and increase in learning, and the one who understands obtains guidance.” — Proverbs 1:5 (ESV) As a coach, I always encouraged my players to ask questions...
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Daily Devotional
Daily Devotional - Friday July 28, 2017
“Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice. Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in...
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Football
2018 Sports Spectrum NFL Mock Draft
The 2018 NFL Draft is here and the Sports Spectrum crew decided to throw in its thoughts on who the first 12 picks would be. Each person on our board...
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Daily Devotional
Daily Devotional - Thursday July 27, 2017
“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.” Galatians 5:22 Practicing the Fundamentals Fundamentals are a crucial part of every sport....
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Coaches
OneCoach: Maturity and Growth
“Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. Come near to God and He will come near to you." — James 4:7-8 (ESV) Why...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Tuesday, April 24, 2018
“If we claim to be without sin, we deceive ourselves and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just and will forgive...
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Coaches
OneCoach: Qualities of a Captain
“For an overseer, as God’s steward, must be above reproach. He must not be arrogant or quick-tempered or a drunkard or violent or greedy for gain, but hospitable, a lover...
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Daily Devotional
Daily Devotional - Tuesday July 25, 2017
“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.” Galatians 5:22 Work on the Fundamentals Fundamentals are a crucial part of every...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional, Monday, April 23, 2018
"There is no fear in love, but perfect love drives out fear." — 1 John 4:18 THE FEARLESS CHAMPION In sports, especially football, we always seem to hear stories of...
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The Increase
THE INCREASE: Complete Surrender – Matthew Boyd
January 14 marked a day this year that I’ll never forget. As my wife and daughter, my whole family and my wife’s family all gathered at Doxa Church in Bellevue,...
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Coaches
OneCoach: Strength In God
“The Mighty One, God, the Lord, speaks and summons the earth from the rising of the sun to the place where it sets. From Zion, perfect in beauty, God shines...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Friday, April 20, 2018
“Run in such a way as to get the prize.” — 1 Corinthians 9:24 Live Life Without Regrets I will never forget the first time I walked into my college football...
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Daily Devotional
Daily Devotional - Thursday July 20, 2017
“Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith and in purity.” 1...
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Daily Devotional
Daily Devotional - Wednesday July 19, 2017
“Your love for one another will prove to the world that you are my disciples.” - John 13:35 Stick to Sports Often times, professional athletes and popular figures in the sports...
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Coaches
OneCoach: You Are What You Think
“…Whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable — if anything is excellent or praiseworthy — think about such things.”...
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Coaches
OneCoach: Are you coachable?
“Let us not grow weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.” —Galatians 6:9 Many years ago, when...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Thursday, April 19, 2018
"For He Himself is our peace, who has made us both one and has broken down in His flesh the dividing wall of hostility by abolishing the law of commandments expressed in ordinances, that He...
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Daily Devotional
Daily Devotional - Thursday July 6, 2017
“As the Philistine moved closer to attack him, David ran quickly toward the battle line to meet him. Reaching into his bag and taking out a stone, he slung it...
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Daily Devotional
Daily Devotional - Wednesday July 5, 2017
"You are the salt of the earth, but if salt has lost its taste, how shall its saltiness be restored? It is no longer good for anything except to be thrown...
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Coaches
OneCoach: Coaching Anyone
“I have been reminded of your sincere faith, which first lived in your grandmother Lois and in your mother Eunice and, I am persuaded, now lives in you also. For...
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Daily Devotional
Daily Devotional - Tuesday July 4, 2017
“For to this you have been called, because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, so that you might follow in his steps.” 1 Peter 2:21 Be Like Jesus When I...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Wednesday, April 18, 2018
”But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.” — Matthew 6:33 Who Is Your Center? The center of a...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Tuesday, April 17, 2018
“An athlete is not crowned unless he competes according to the rules.” — 2 Timothy 2:5 Play by the Rules Rick DeMont turned for the last lap of the 400-meter...
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Coaches
OneCoach: Hung by the Tongue
“The tongue also is a fire, a world of evil among the parts of the body. It corrupts the whole person, sets the whole course of his life on fire,...
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Coaches
OneCoach: Investing in the Future
“Train a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not turn from it.” — Proverbs 22:6 I have had the pleasure of coaching...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Monday, April 16, 2018
“I am the way, and the truth and the life, no one comes to the Father except through Me." — John 14:6 The Right Direction The building in which I...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Friday, April 13, 2018
“But I say to you who hear: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, and pray for those who spitefully use you.”...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Thursday, April 12, 2018
“Such confidence we have through Christ before God. Not that we are competent in ourselves to claim anything for ourselves, but our competence comes from God.” — 2 Corinthians 3:4-5...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Wednesday April 11, 2018
Through Faith There Is Hope “I rise before dawn and cry for help; I have put my hope in your word.” - Psalm 119:147 NIV I’m not actually sure how to...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Friday, April 13, 2018
"In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of sins according to the riches of His grace." - Ephesians 1:7 God of Second Chances In the summer of...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Friday, April 20, 2018
“Run in such a way as to get the prize.” — 1 Corinthians 9:24 Live Life Without Regrets I will never forget the first time I walked into my college football...
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Baseball
Summer baseball novel "Wildball" explores an athlete's struggle with faith
Wildball: A Summer Baseball Novel Dealing with the Struggle for Faith by Brian Engles There’s no better portrait of the “Boys of Summer” than the Cape Cod Baseball League. The...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Tuesday April 10, 2018
“And God said, ‘Let there be light.' And there was light." — Genesis 1:3 Light Bulbs and Life When Thomas Edison invented the first long-lasting incandescent light bulb in 1879,...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Monday, April 9, 2018
"Then God said, ‘Let there be lights in the firmament of the heavens...let them be for signs and seasons...let them...give light on the earth...” Genesis 1:14 Don’t Miss the Sign...
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Coaches
OneCoach: Accepting God’s Discipline
“My son, do not despise the Lord’s discipline, and do not resent his rebuke, because the Lord disciplines those He loves, as a Father the son He delights in.”— Proverbs...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Friday, April 6, 2018
“...These are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that believing you may have life in His name.” John 20:31 Ink Pens...
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Coaches
OneCoach: Play the Right Way
“Look not every man on his own things, but every man also on the things of others.”—Philippians 2:4 (KJV) For former NBA head coach Larry Brown, the above phrase is...
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Coaches
OneCoach: Determining Your Destination
“Then Jesus said to His disciples, ‘If anyone would come after Me, he must deny himself and take up his cross and follow Me.’”— Matthew 16:24 I am amazed at...
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Coaches
OneCoach: Position vs. Potential
“But the Lord said to Samuel, “Do not consider his appearance or his height, for I have rejected him. The Lord does not look at the things man looks at....
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Coaches
OneCoach: When Excellence is Missing the Mark
“Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect.”—Matthew 5:48 Vince Lombardi. Winning. Excellence. Missing the mark. Something is out of line there. The first three words/phrases fit well together....
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Thursday, April 5, 2018
“As far as the east is from the west, so far has He removed our transgressions from us.” Psalm 103:12 Long Flight Terry Bradshaw had it. Joe Montana had it....
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Coaches
OneCoach: Constant Prayer
“Pray without ceasing.”—1 Thessalonians 5:17 Florida State University women’s basketball coach Sue Semrau says that “Rather than being disciplined to schedule time for prayer, it is more of an on-going...
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Coaches
OneCoach: True Influence
“As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another.”—Proverbs 27:17 I was athletic director at Charlotte Christian School a few years back and I coached high school basketball. There were...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Wednesday, April 4, 2018
“And this is the testimony, that God gave us eternal life, and this life is in his Son. Whoever has the Son has life; whoever does not have the Son...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Tuesday, April 3, 2018
“I tell you that in the same way there will be more rejoicing in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons who do not need to...
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Coaches
OneCoach: Following A Legend
“Then Moses summoned Joshua and said to him in the presence of all Israel, ‘Be strong and courageous, for you must go with this people into the land that the...
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Daily Devotional
Daily Devotional - Friday May 12, 2017
“If you need wisdom, ask our generous God, and He will give it to you. He will not rebuke you for asking. But when you ask Him, be sure that...
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Coaches
OneCoach: Listen Up!
“Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much…”—Luke 16:10a I’ve always admired legendary college basketball coach John Wooden. One particular interview he gave several years...
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Daily Devotional
Daily Devotional - Thursday May 11, 2017
“For God knew His people in advance, and He chose them to become like His Son, so that His Son would be the firstborn among many brothers and sisters....
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Monday April 2, 2018
“Sing and make music in your heart to the Lord, always giving thanks to God the Father for everything, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.” Ephesians 5:19b-20 Just...
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Daily Devotional
Daily Devotional - Wednesday May 10, 2017
“But He did not accept Cain and His gift. This made Cain very angry, and he looked dejected.’Why are you so angry?’ the Lord asked Cain. ‘Why do you look...
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Baseball
University of Virginia Baseball Players Lean on Faith To Carry Them
(This May 6, 2017 article has been reprinted with permission from the The Daily Progress) Of Faith and Baseball: The Story of Virginia's Adam Haseley and Pavin Smith by Andrew...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Friday March 30, 2018
“And whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord and not to men,” Colossians 3:23 (NKJV) Star Of The Game On Easter Sunday 2006, Albert Pujols hit three...
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Daily Devotional
Daily Devotional - Tuesday May 9, 2017
“I say, ‘You are “gods;” you are all children of the Most High. But you will die like mere mortals and fall like every other ruler.’ Rise up, O God,...
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Baseball
Sports Spectrum 2018 MLB Predictions
Baseball is BACK! https://twitter.com/espn/status/979327402567401472 The 2018 season begins today. Here's how we see this year shaping out. AMERICAN LEAGUE AL East: New York Yankees AL Central: Cleveland Indians AL West:...
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Daily Devotional
Daily Devotional - Monday May 8, 2017
JUSTIN FORSETT THE OLDER SON Some Christians come from a life of bad choices involving drugs, alcohol, and wild college days. But when they discover Jesus, they turn from their...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Thursday, March 29, 2018
“The Lord said, “Go out and stand on the mountain in the presence of the Lord, for the Lord is about to pass by.” Then a great and powerful wind...
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Football
Justin Forsett Announces Retirement from NFL
It’s time. I’m officially announcing my retirement from the game I love. It’s been an amazing ride and I’m grateful for every moment. My career has brought so many great...
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Baseball
OneCoach: Coaches, Contemporaries & Call-ups
"Follow my example, as I follow the example of Christ." 1 Corinthians 11:1 Throughout my major league career, I had coaches above me, contemporaries beside me and call-ups replacing me. Coaches...
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Sports Spectrum
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Wednesday, March 28, 2018
“Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. And pray for us, too, that God may open a door for our message, so that we may proclaim the mystery of...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Tuesday, March 27, 2018
“But now, this is what the Lord says- he who created you, Jacob, he who formed you, Israel: “Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you...
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Coaches
OneCoach: Instructions For The Disciple
“It is enough for the student to be like his teacher, and the servant like his master.”—Matthew 10:25a In Matthew 10, Jesus prepared His disciples to go out and spread...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Thursday, March 22, 2018
“Examine yourselves regularly to see whether you are holding to the faith. Test yourselves.” 2 Corinthians 13:5 Evaluate Yourself Regularly Pro scouts regularly evaluate upcoming opponents, attending games to analyze...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Wednesday, March 21, 2018
“But among you it will be different. Those who are the greatest among you should take the lowest rank, and the leader should be like a servant.” – Luke 22:26...
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Basketball
OneCoach: The Reason We Live
“I have planted, Apollos watered; but God gave the increase. So then neither is he that planteth any thing, neither he that watereth; but God that giveth the increase.” —...
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Coaches
OneCoach: Take Action
“But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves.” James 1:22 (NKJV) Coaches are teachers. Their job is to instruct players. Great coaches work hard to prepare...
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Baseball
Michael Schlact - Diary of a Minor League Manager (Part 2)
Michael Schlact is the manager of the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks of the American Association of Independent Professional Baseball. He began his pro playing career after being selected by the Texas Rangers in...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Tuesday, March 20, 2018
“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” Philippians 4:13 Is the Putter Really the Problem? Have you ever walked into a golf equipment store and been paralyzed...
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Coaches
OneCoach: Leadership
“Be strong and very courageous. Be careful to obey all the law my servant Moses gave you; do not turn from it to the right or to the left, that...
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Basketball
The Success of Tony Bennett
On March 16th, 2018, coach Tony Bennett and his Virginia Cavaliers men’s basketball team made history by losing to the University of Maryland-Baltimore County, thus becoming the first #1 seed...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Monday, March 19, 2018
“Each time he said, “My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.” So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so that the power...
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Coaches
OneCoach: In Need Of Some Discipline
“No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteous and peace for those who have been trained by it.”—Hebrews 12:11 I...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Friday, March 16, 2018
“He came as a witness, to bear witness about the light, that all might believe through him. He was not the light, but came to bear witness about the light.”...
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Coaches
OneCoach: Be What God Has Called You
“Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Wednesday March 14, 2018
“Enter by the narrow gate. For the gate is wide and the way is easy that leads to destruction, and those who enter by it are many. For the gate...
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Video of the Week
Video of the Week: NBA Champion credits Christ in pushing through early NBA failures
After deciding to cut his college career at the University of North Carolina short, James Michael McAdoo faced an onslaught of disappointment and embarrassment. While trying to earn a roster spot...
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Around the Net
Warriors and Cavs share pre-game prayer before NBA Finals
The NBA Finals — and 2016 NBA season — came to a close last night in Oracle Arena after the Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the Golden State Warriors, 93-89, in Game...
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Features
Roaring Ahead: Notre Dame runner Anna Rohrer relies on faith as her anchor
Each morning for six weeks during her junior year at Mishawaka (Ind.) High School, Anna Rohrer had started the day by guiding her wheelchair into the classroom of her mother,...
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Video of the Week
Video of the Week: Kevin Streelman discusses God's peace in first PGA win
After an unfortunate start to the 2013 Tampa Bay Championship, PGA Tour golfer Kevin Streelman found himself at 2-over and in danger of getting cut after the second day of...
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Coaches
OneCoach: Listen and Learn
“Whoever loves discipline loves knowledge, but he who hates correction is stupid.” — Proverbs 12:1 Around 12:30 a.m. on Christmas morning of last year, after my boys had finally fallen...
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From The Archives
Three faith-based stories on Masters champions
“Just because our plan is easier doesn’t mean anything because His plan is best. We may struggle, but what’s really a struggle when you know you are going to heaven?...
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Around the Net
Warriors' Andre Iguodala credits team's faith in 2015 NBA title
The Golden State Warriors have a chance to make franchise history tonight. With a win in tonight's Game 5 of the 2016 NBA Finals, the Warriors would claim back-to-back NBA...
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Video of the Week
Video of the Week: NHL Champion explains how faith helped with his fear of failure
On an injury-riddled Pittsburgh Penguins team, veteran center Matt Cullen has stepped up and played a major role since the NHL All-Star break. This video, produced by CBN Sports last...
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Features
Gold Mine: Diamondbacks' Paul Goldschmidt finds Jesus through love of others
Paul Goldschmidt has a reputation for humility almost as large as his renown for terrifying National League pitchers. Despite prodigious numbers (good enough to merit second-place finishes in National League...
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Coaches
OneCoach: Out of Our Control
“In the morning David wrote a letter to Joab and sent it with Uriah. In it he wrote, ‘Put Uriah in the front line where fighting is fiercest. Then withdraw...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Tuesday, March 13, 2018
My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” — 2 Corinthians 12:9 The Power of Weakness I remember the first time I went hiking. To...
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Video of the Week
Video of the Week: Seth Curry discusses putting Christ first on the court
When people think of Sacramento Kings guard Seth Curry, they might think of him as No. 2 — second best. Given his older brother, Stephen, is a two-time NBA MVP...
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Coaches
OneCoach: Wisdom
“Therefore everyone who hears these words of Mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock … it did not fall,...
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From The Archives
From the Archives: Quiet Fire
Tony Dung's gimmick is not having a gimmick. After a decade that made anti-heroes cliche (the 1990s), Dungy's single most rebellious act may be the fact that he flies under...
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Devotional of the Week
Devotional of the Week: Stronger Than Sin
“I want to be as one with Him. I could not be right with God by what the Law said I must do. I was made right with God by...
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Around the Net
Adam LaRoche wins K-Love "Sports Impact" Award
Much has changed in the life of former Chicago White Sox first baseman Adam LaRoche since the end of the 2015 MLB season — some might say for the worse....
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Wednesday, February 21, 2018
“I wait for the Lord, my whole being waits, and in his word I put my hope.” — Psalm 130:5 Waiting for our next season Now that we are all...
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Featured
Former NBA Champion discusses happiness found in Christ
Wayne Simien was living the dream — at least the one he'd formed in his head when he was six years old. He had grown up watching Roy Williams coach the...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Tuesday, February 20, 2018
"That is why we never give up. Though our bodies are dying, our spirits are being renewed every day. For our present troubles are small and won’t last very long....
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From The Archives
From the Archives: On the Mark
The Golden State Warriors, coached by former NBA star Steve Kerr, will begin the final chapter of their quest for back-to-back NBA titles tonight in Game 1 of the NBA...
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Coaches
OneCoach: Whose Name Is On Your Jersey?
“You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden.”—Matthew 5:14 One of my favorite lines from the movie “Miracle” was when USA Olympics coach...
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Video of the Week
L.A. Rams quarterback talks about depending on Christ (Active Faith)
As OTAs (Organized Team Activities) are beginning to get underway around the NFL, Los Angeles Rams quarterback Case Keenum will continue to fight for a starting job with Nick Foles...
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Featured
Reflecting on the last year in sports: Free commemorative DigiMag now available for online viewing
Click HERE to view Sports Spectrum's FREE Winter 2016 DigiMag #2, our second magazine of the winter. Upon the completion of the 2015-16 NFL season, this issue reflects on the...
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From The Archives
From the Archives: Fire and Ice
The Pittsburgh Penguins took a 1-0 lead over the San Jose Sharks in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Finals on Monday. Penguins center Nick Bonino put the Sharks away...
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Around the Net
Connecticut minister leads first 'pastor-led' Indy 500 team
While most pastors stood behind their pulpits on Sunday morning, Rev. Will Marotti was on the racetrack in Speedway, Indiana. Marotti, the lead pastor of New Life Church in Wallingford,...
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Coaches
OneCoach: We Need to be Coachable
“All Scripture is inspired by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for training in righteousness; so that the man of God may be adequate, equipped for every...
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Devotional of the Week
Devotional of the Week: Protecting Our Home
"Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth.” I Corinthians 13:6 Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton made headlines in Week 9 of the 2015-16 NFL season for...
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Featured
Former Heisman candidate thanks God for career-ending injury
South Carolina RB Marcus Lattimore was one of the best running backs in college football, but a career-ending knee injury took that all away. Yet, what most people would have...
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Closeup
MLB Closeup: Chris Coghlan
Before Chicago Cubs utility player Chris Coghlan made it to the major leagues, the thought of winning a World Series might have been something that would not only be the...
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Featured
From the Archives: Tall Order
He stands at 7-foot-1, his nickname is 'The Admiral' and his NBA awards and accolades could fill an encyclopedia, yet growing up, the game of basketball was almost foreign to...
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Video of the Week
Video of the Week: Dave Bliss gets second chance, experiences redemption (by GameOn LU)
Game On LU recently sat down with former NCAA Division I basketball coach Dave Bliss, whose career fell apart in a scandal at Baylor University in 2003 after 500 NCAA...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Thursday, March 8, 2018
"But to all who did receive him, who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God" - John 1:12 With seconds left on the...
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Devotional of the Week
Devotional of the Week: Relinquishing Perfection
“For there is not a just man on earth, that does good and sins not.” Ecclesiastes 7:20 As an athlete, I often struggled with aiming for perfection. In gymnastics, all...
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Video of the Week
Video of the Week: I Am Second® — Clayton Kershaw
L.A. Dodgers pitcher Clayton Kershaw gave his bullpen the day off on Monday — throwing a complete-game two-hitter against the Cincinnati Reds for his third shutout already this season. Kershaw showed...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Monday, March 12, 2018
“Dear children, this is the last hour; and as you have heard that the antichrist is coming, even now many antichrists have come. This is how we know it is...
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Around the Net
Around the Net — 'Dude Perfect' breaks into the record books
Perfection has taken on a new name — or, at least, a new first name. Dude Perfect, a group of five guys made famous for their YouTube channel and crazy...
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Parenting Today
Parenting Today: Don't be an overbearing sports parent
With basketball season now in full force once more, I am reminded of the battle my husband Steve and I faced time and time again as parents. Whenever we were...
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Coaches
OneCoach: What We Teach
“Point your kids in the right direction — when they’re old they won’t be lost.” — Proverbs 22:6 (The Message) I am a proud parent of a talented soccer player...
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Around the Net
Around the Net: Clemson coach Dabo Swinney talks about football, faith (by the Associated Press)
In a recent interview with The Associated Press, Clemson football head coach Dabo Swinney talks about his Christian faith and its influence in how he coaches his team. "I just...
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From The Archives
From the Archives: Last Dance, Mike Minter's greatness on and off the field
Mike Minter is no Michael Jackson. That much was clear two years ago at the swanky 30th birthday bash he threw for his wife, Kim. Minter, the Carolina Panthers' venerable...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Wednesday, March, 7, 2018
“Now the Lord was gracious to Sarah as He had said, and the Lord did for Sarah what He had promised. Sarah became pregnant and bore a son to Abraham...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Thursday, March 15, 2018
“And when the Philistine looked about, and saw David, he disdained him: for he was but a youth, and ruddy and of a fair countenance.” 1 Samuel 17:42 (KJV) The...
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Video of the Week
Video of the Week: Georgia head coach Mark Richt talks about departure, faith
The University of Georgia held a news conference on Monday morning to discuss Mark Richt's coming departure as head football coach. Richt and athletic director Greg McGarity mutually agreed on...
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Parenting Today
Participation trophies lead to rude awakening
Last summer Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker James Harrison sparked a nation-wide debate and discussion when he posted this caption on Instagram with a picture of his children’s participation trophies: I came...
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Video of the Week
Video of the Week: Pirates' Andrew McCutchen surrenders baseball to God
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AXRCATcPyPk[/embed] As the MLB season nears its midpoint, the Pittsburgh Pirates continue to battle for the top of the NL Central and a return to the postseason in October. One...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Tuesday, March 6, 2018
“Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.” – Galatians 6:9 Believing in the End...
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Devotional of the Week
Devotional of the Week: Playing with Intention
“If I were still trying to please people, I would not be a servant of Christ.” Galatians 1:10 Playing with Intention One thing I’ve learned while living in the professional...
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Around the Net
Around the Net: Tim Tebow leads prayer amid medical emergency
Amid a sad and unfortunate situation, strangers supported one another through prayer and encouragement. While on a flight from Atlanta to Phoenix, an older man collapsed inside of the plane due...
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Closeup
Where Are They Now Closeup: Former Lions kicker Jason Hanson discusses faith in post-NFL life
As an NFL kicker, Jason Hanson has heard the cheers after kicking a game-winning field goal. And he’s heard the boos after missing. “Yeah, there’s pressure,” Hanson says. Welcome to...
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Features
Veteran Counsel: Four-time Pro Bowler Matthew Slater is admired for work ethic, wisdom
In the glorious moments of championship celebration, athletes commonly lift an index finger over their head and point toward the sky. Their preceding months—their entire careers even—were dedicated to the...
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Around the Net
Around the Net: Top-10 NBA Draft pick fueled by prayer
As NBA Commissioner Adam Silver announced the New Orleans Pelicans first pick in the draft — the sixth overall selection— Buddy Hield rose from his seat. But before he met...
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Basketball
Stephen Curry continues to revolutionize the NBA for Christ
The three-point shot has one man, in particular, to thank for its revitalization in the NBA — two-time MVP Stephen Curry. Curry's unique style of play — squaring up (or...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Monday, March 5, 2018
“Now that I, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you should also wash one another’s feet. I have set you an example that you should do as I...
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Features
Tim Tebow encourages student-athletes to look beyond sports
Tim Tebow, since being released Eagles in 2015, has taken to coaching — not from the sidelines, though. The former NFL quarterback and Heisman Trophy winner took to the stage...
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From The Archives
From the Archives: Quiet Thunder
Since he was drafted in 2007 by the Seattle SuperSonics, Kevin Durant quickly became a household name — but that may not have always been what he wanted. Outside of...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Friday, March 2, 2018
“I am the gate; whoever enters through me will be saved. They will come in and go out, and find pasture. The thief comes only to steal and kill and...
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Video of the Week
Video of the Week: Former MLB All-Star is Christian first, athlete second
"A Christian playing baseball for the Minnesota Twins on the side." That's what the Twitter bio of 2015 MLB All-Star second baseman Brian Dozier reads. Although he may be more...
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Baseball
Michael Schlact - Diary of a Minor League Manager (Part 1)
Michael Schlact is the manager of the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks of the American Association of Independent Professional Baseball. He began his pro playing career after being selected by the Texas Rangers in...
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Devotional of the Week
Devotional of the Week: Game Changer
“But the Lord still waits for you to come to him so he can show his love and compassion. For the Lord is a faithful God. Blessed are those who...
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Around the Net
Five things to learn in defeat
In the Christian sports world, a common topic is "giving glory to God" and sharing the glory of victory with our Creator — the One who gave us the ability...
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Featured
Fall 2015 DigiMag now available for online viewing
Log in HERE to view Sports Spectrum's Fall 2015 DigiMag, our second magazine of the fall. This issue includes feature stories on St. Louis Cardinals manager Mike Matheny and Bubba...
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Features
A Gracious Manager: Cardinals manager Mike Matheny has impacted St. Louis beyond the diamond
It was early May and, although the Major League Baseball season was barely a month old, the St. Louis Cardinals were running roughshod over the rest of the league, jumping...
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Featured
Fall 2015 print magazine now available for online viewing
Log in HERE to view Sports Spectrum's Fall 2015 print issue. Subscribers, this issue will ONLY be available online, and the final print issue of the year will be double...
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Football
Video of the Week: Rocket Ismail discusses his conversion from Islam to Christianity (by Game Plan For Life)
Former professional football player "Rocket" Ismail discusses his conversion from Islam to Christianity with Game Plan For Life. Click HERE to watch more videos and testimonies from Game Plan...
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Featured
Five faith-based quotes from current and former NFL quarterbacks
"[Faith is] the No. 1 thing in my life. You can ask anyone who knows me, that’s the first thing they should tell you, and if they don’t, then I’m...
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Sports Spectrum
Gospel-Centered Teammates Fight Against Entitlement
The following is an excerpt taken from the book "THE ASSIST: A Gospel-Centered Guide To Glorifying God Through Sports" by Brian Smith. "As soon as he had finished speaking to...
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Features
Touring Together: Inside Bubba Watson and caddy Ted Scott's unique relationship
On the PGA Tour, a player’s caddy is there to help, guide, encourage and lead him in the proper direction. For two-time Masters winner Bubba Watson, that’s exactly what his...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Wednesday, February 28, 2018
“All of us have become like one who is unclean, and all our righteous acts are like filthy rags; we all shrivel up like a leaf, and like the wind our sins...
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Featured
Five quotes from current coaches in college football
"I think everybody has a belief system. Everybody believes in something and so whatever you believe in whatever you have faith in shapes you period. What kind of a husband...
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Football
Jason Witten - Guided Star
Dallas Cowboys tight end Jason Witten has become a model of stability, security and super-sized plays. But to achieve his many NFL honors and to earn the respect of teammates...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Tuesday, February 27, 2018
“Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets the prize? Run In such a way as to get the prize.” I Corinthians...
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Basketball
Survivor, A Faith Tested: University of Washington forward Katie Collier's inspiring heart, joy
Maybe even more surprising than the news—Katie Collier had a rare form of Leukemia—was her reaction. She could still smile. Despite the heartache. Even with a chemo drip attached to...
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Features
Youth Movement: Cameron Tringale, Chesson Hadley are beacon of light among PGA Tour youth
Young, rich, handsome and Christian. That’s the formula for many on the PGA Tour these days, but for Cameron Tringale and Chesson Hadley, they’ve found that their faith in God...
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Uncategorized
Devotionals from Fall 2015 print issue (Week 2)
SERIES: DISTINXION, LESSONS FROM THE HARDWOOD Monday “…whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report, if there is any virtue and if there is...
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Uncategorized
Devotionals from Fall 2015 print issue (Week 3)
SERIES: ACTS 11, LESSONS FROM THE NEW TESTAMENT Monday “Now the apostles and the brothers who were throughout Judea heard that the Gentiles also had received the word of God....
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Monday, February 26, 2018
“When the day of Pentecost arrived, they were all together in one place. And suddenly there came from heaven a sound like a mighty rushing wind, and it filled the...
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Uncategorized
Devotionals from Fall 2015 print issue (Week 10)
(Last issue also included some devotionals based on Jeremiah 2, but these devotionals will touch on different verses. Since this is the Lord’s decree against His people, there is much...
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Uncategorized
Devotionals from Fall 2015 print issue (Week 12)
SERIES: RUNNING, LESSONS FROM TRACK AND FIELD Monday: “Again I saw that under the sun the race is not to the swift, nor the battle to the strong, nor bread...
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Devotionals from Fall 2015 print issue (Week 5)
SERIES: IN HIS GRIP, LESSONS FROM THE LINKS Monday: “Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says.” James 1:22; NIV Practice…then play! Golf...
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Devotionals from Fall 2015 print issue (Week 9)
Monday: “And His soul could no longer endure the misery of Israel.” Judges 10:16b Still Loved In the 1990 Major League Baseball season, the St. Louis Cardinals were 70-92. They...
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Devotionals from Fall 2015 print issue (Week 8)
SERIES: ACROSS THE SPECTRUM, LESSONS FROM THE SS STAFF Monday: “Iron sharpens iron, and one man sharpens another.” Proverbs 27:17 True Improvement Playing basketball was always very important to me...
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Uncategorized
Devotionals from Fall 2015 print issue (Week 4)
SERIES: ACTS 12, LESSONS FROM THE NEW TESTAMENT Monday: “About that time Herod the king laid violent hands on some who belonged to the church. He killed James the brother...
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Uncategorized
Devotionals from Fall 2015 print issue (Week 7)
SERIES: READER SUBMITTED, LESSONS FROM OUR READERS Monday: “...that the world may know that You have sent Me...” John 17:23c In Deed and Word There are 30 teams in Major...
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Uncategorized
Devotionals from Fall 2015 print issue (Week 1)
SERIES: COLLEGE FOOTBALL, LESSONS FROM THE GRIDIRON Monday “All those gathered here will know that it is not by sword or spear that the LORD saves; for the battle is...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Thursday, February 22, 2018
“But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so...
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Uncategorized
Devotionals From Fall 2015 Print Issue (Week 6)
SERIES: PSALMS, LESSONS FROM THE OLD TESTAMENT Monday: “His pleasure is not in the strength of the horse, nor his delight in the legs of the warrior; the LORD delights...
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Devotional of the Week
Devotionals from Fall 2015 print issue (Week 11)
SERIES: JEREMIAH 2, LESSONS FROM THE OLD TESTAMENT Monday: “How can you say, ‘I am not unclean, I have not gone after the Baals’? Look at your way in the...
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Devotional of the Week
Devotionals from Fall 2015 print issue
Since our Fall 2015 print issue is available online only, we are making our devotionals easily accessible so that you can follow along as you wish. Click the links below...
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Football
Video of the Week: Average Joe | Tim Brown (by Game Plan For Life)
Hall of Famer and legendary Raider Tim Brown opens up to Game Plan For Life about his spiritual journey and his relationship with his father. Click HERE to watch more...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Friday, February 16, 2018
“No man can come unto me, except the Father which hath sent me draw him” John 6:44 Called Out If you sit down to watch a baseball game for long,...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Thursday, February 15, 2018
“So then, let us not be like others, who are asleep, but let us be alert and self-controlled.” - 1 Thessalonians 5:6 Stay On Your Toes My very short-lived career in...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Wednesday, February 14, 2018
"Therefore, we are ambassadors for Christ, God making His appeal through us. We implore you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God." — 2 Corinthians 5:20 (ESV) Representin’ The...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Tuesday, February 13, 2018
“But you, O LORD, shall laugh at them; you shall have all the nations in derision.” - Psalm 59:6 Feeling Intimidated? In 1965 during the Illinois high school boys’ basketball tournament,...
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Football
Video of the Week: I am Second® - Jeff Fisher
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Monday, February 12, 2018
“Do not be overawed when a man grows rich...for he will take nothing with him when he dies...” Psalm 49:16-17 Rich In Christ We see it all the time: athletes...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Friday, February 9, 2018
“We know that an idol is nothing at all in the world and that there is no God but one.” - 1 Corinthians 8:4 Worthless Idols I sit in the stands...
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MLB Baseball
Steve Cishek discusses journey to the majors (by Game On Liberty University)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=saQtuR3YwdI&feature=youtu.be
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Thursday, February 8, 2018
“Likewise, I say unto you, there is joy in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner that repenteth.” Luke 15:10 Cheer, My Brother , Cheer! When Swiss...
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From The Archives
From the Archives: Masterful Performance
For many golf fans, the final round of the Masters Tournament in Augusta, Georgia, is the high holy day of professional sports. It's a chance to worship all things green...
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Devotional of the Week
Devotional of the Week: What's Your Perspective?
"[Jesus] made the things we can see and the things we can't see...Everything was created through him and for him. He existed before anything else, and He holds all creation...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Wednesday, February 7, 2018
“Wait on the Lord: be of good courage, and He shall strengthen thine heart: wait, I say, on the Lord.” Psalm 27:14 Things Take Time Several years ago, Alonzo Mourning...
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From The Archives
From the Archives: Charles In Charge
"(My grandfather's death) altered my thoughts on life. I always had a knowledge of Christ, but my faith didn't come alive until that point; I said a prayer that day...
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Soccer
Video of the Week: Lauren Holiday allows joy to shine through soccer (by FCA)
U.S. women's national team member Lauren Holiday sits down with FCA to talk about her faith, playing on the game's biggest stage, and being a role model for young women....
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Basketball
Devotional of the Week: A Good Choice vs. A Wise Decision
“The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life, and he who is wise wins souls.” Proverbs 11:30 Every basketball player can tell you of a time that a...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Tuesday, February 6, 2018
“Therefore, since we are surrounded by a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with...
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From The Archives
From the Archives: Full Cup
"It's easy to get caught up in the hoopla of the moment or get lost in the darkness of a trial, but because God has so demonstrated His grace and...
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Baseball
A.J. Ellis -- Catching Breaks
When A.J. Ellis goes to work, he finds himself exactly 60 feet, six inches from the best baseball player in the world today. For the past three seasons Ellis, has...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Monday, February 5, 2018
“Do not withhold good from those to whom it is due, when it is in your power to act. Do not say to your neighbor, ‘Come back tomorrow and I’ll...
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Featured
Summer 2015 print issue NOW AVAILABLE
Log in HERE to view Sports Spectrum's Summer 2015 print issue before it arrives in your mailbox. To receive eight issues of Sports Spectrum magazine a year, subscribe HERE. This...
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Features
Bearing Down
Former Baylor quarterback Bryce Petty entered the 2014 season as the reigning Big 12 Player of the Year, leader of the highly ranked Bears football team, on the Heisman watch...
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Features
Texas-Sized Growth
James Barton’s college baseball career is proof God is always working in our lives, whether it’s the way we envisioned or not. An all-state and all-central Texas first team catcher...
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Featured
From the Archives -- The Little Guard That Could
Reading the children's classic The Little Engine That Could might be the easiest way to understand what Avery Johnson has gone through to make it in the NBA. Like the little blue...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Friday, February 2, 2018
“For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know...
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Football
From the Archives: Aiming to Please
After a long, hot day of practice at the University of Florida, Steve Spurrier is the first one off the field. He has made it his custom to lead the...
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Featured
Second issue of the fall NOW AVAILABLE
Sports Spectrum's second issue of the fall (Vol. 28, No. 4 in print) is now available for online viewing. Log in HERE to view the magazine before it arrives in your mailbox. To...
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Football
Giants wide receiver David Tyree 10 years later - The Catch and Other Miracles
10 years ago, February 3, 2008, the greatest play in Super Bowl history took place when New York Giants wide receiver David Tyree made the infamous "Helmet Catch" to help...
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Daily Devotional
Sports Spectrum Daily Devotional - Thursday, February 1, 2018
“Humble yourselves before the Lord, and He will lift you up.” James 4:10 Confidence vs. Arrogance Act like you have been there before! I remember reading about Minnesota Vikings coach...