One-Minute Sports Devotions for Young Athletes: Biblical Guidance for Teens to Build Mental Toughnes

Between early-morning workouts, late-night homework, and weekend games, finding time for faith can feel challenging. But what if spiritual growth could be quick, powerful, and tailored to a high school or middle school athlete's routine?

As a parent, coach, or grandparent, you want the young athlete in your life to grow-not just in skill, but in faith and character. This devotional helps them strengthen their relationship with God while developing the mental toughness needed to succeed as an athlete and in life.

Each devotion takes just a minute or two to read and includes:

• A Bible verse for reflection
• A real-life sports story that connects faith to the game
• A challenge to apply spiritual lessons in life and sport
• A prayer to refocus the heart

• Root their identity in Christ, not just their sport
• See setbacks as opportunities for growth
• Stand firm in faith, even when teammates' values differ
• Manage pressure with confidence and trust in God

• Parents wanting to inspire their middle or high school athlete with biblical guidance
• Coaches looking to equip their team with biblical wisdom and mental toughness
• Teen Bible study groups seeking sports-related lessons to strengthen faith
• Young athletes looking for motivation and practical ways to grow spiritually