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POWER PLACE

2/27/2019

We are each gifted with a place of power…power to decide, to accomplish and to effect change.

Doors of opportunity are opened when power is used wisely. Power appropriately applied is rewarding both for the one who has it and for those around them. Applied out of rage or pride it can easily result in defeat, disgust and disillusionment.

Athletes know that positioning themselves is key to a successful performance. Being in the right place at the right time has powerful results – great blocks, passes, goals and assists.

Positioning ourselves in life is basic to a life worth living.

“The most powerful position on earth is kneeling before the Lord of the universe.” Unknown

God resists the proud, but gives grace to the humble. James 4:6

Humbly positioning ourselves before the Lord is our POWER PLACE...

"He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus." Philippians 1:6

PRAYER: I give myself to you, Lord...you are my POWER PLACE. Please accomplish in me that which you desire. Thank you for the power of your Holy Spirit who guides and leads me in wisdom and purpose. In Jesus’ Name I pray, Amen.

THE PLACE TO GAIN POWER IS ON OUR KNEES!

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HIGH BEAM

2/20/2019

Darkened roadways traveled at night require headlights on HIGH BEAM. In an instant our way is light so we can avoid what otherwise could not be seen both near and far away. The risk of night travel without this option can result in catastrophe.

It was a cold winter night as my family returned home from Sunday evening service at church. Asleep in the back seats of our station wagon, we were suddenly awakened by an abrupt stop accompanied by a jarring and loud clunk...we had hit a deer. With the headlights on dim, my father was unable to see clearly what was ahead – the HIGH BEAM lights weren’t on because they were not working!

The darkened roadways of life require a HIGH BEAM option. It is the light of God’s Word that provides the necessary illumination to negotiate the twists and turns that come our way.

Your word is a lamp for my feet and a light on my path. Psalm 119:105

Keeping our HIGH BEAMS in good working condition is the answer. Read God’s Word daily, apply God’s Word readily, and following God’s Word constantly. It is illuminating our lives with God’s Word ever at our fingertips and hidden in the fiber of our souls.

I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you. Psalm 119:11 NIV

PRAYER; I choose to hide your Word in my heart, dear Lord, for then the path you have laid out for me will be clear. Thank you for your guiding Word. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.

AVOID RISK - TURN ON THE HIGH BEAM OF GOD’S WORD!

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IT'S TIME!

2/13/2019

...TO ANSWER God’s call - which is above all!

“There are few bonds as strong as that of hearth and home. Yet, the call to follow Jesus is one that allows no other allegiances.” Timothy George

We are preparing to leave Horizon Christian High School as Dave retires from 51 years of coaching. Each assignment has been home for us and the bonds are strong. Now IT’S TIME to follow God’s lead and trust His plan for a new ministry adventure.

...TO SAY GOOD-BYE to the amazing Moms of Horizon Christian High School athletes, the coach’s wives and the staff where this SPORTMOM E-votional ministry began.

Good-bye, friends. Love mixed with faith be yours from God the Father and from Jesus Christ, our Lord. Ephesians 6:23 TM

You will be forever in our thoughts, prayers and hearts.

...TO MOVE across this great nation to another place that God has prepared for us.

“...the most important changes of address happen on roads of the heart.” Mart DeHaan

This change of address was first written on our hearts by our Heavenly Father saying, “IT’S TIME to retire and re-inspire.”

...TO REMAIN in weekly devotional ministry both on Facebook’s SPORTMOM E-votionals and through email notifications.

Remain in Me, and I in you. Just as a branch is unable to produce fruit by itself unless it remains on the vine, so neither can you unless you remain in Me. John 15:4 HCSB

Thank you for remaining in Christ as faithful readers of this publication. We are blessed to serve you in this way and look forward to continuing this ministry.

In Christ,
Coach Brown and Janet

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LET IT SHINE!

2/6/2019

The first issue of your SPORTMOM E-votional each month is dedicated to our word 2019 - SHINE.

For God, who said, “Let there be light in the darkness,” has made this light SHINE in our hearts so we could know the glory of God that is seen in the face of Jesus Christ. 2 Corinthians 4:6 NLT

To see and enjoy the beauty of a finely- cut diamond requires light shining through it. As it is set into a piece of jewelry a space for light to penetrate it is necessary in order for the brilliance to be seen. The diamond requires light to LET IT SHINE.

In order for fine abilities and developed skills of an athlete to be seen requires a choice. Sport involvement is the place for that to happen but the player must choose to go for it...to LET IT SHINE!

It is the light of God shining in and through us that illuminates our being...

...Let the light of your face shine on us, O Lord! Psalm 4:6b NRSV

It is also this life-giving light that penetrates all darkness...

“...[we will] never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” John 8:12

Like the diamond, we have been finely cut by our Master’s hand. We will shine as His light penetrates our being with stunning brilliance... LET IT SHINE!

Let your light shine before men that they may see your good works and glorify the father which is in heaven. Matthew 5:16 HSCB

PRAYER: Dear Father, thank you for the light of Christ you have put within me. May your light shine through me so that others may come to know you. In Jesus’ Name I pray, Amen

WALK IN THE LIGHT OF CHRIST AND LET IT SHINE!

©2019 SPORTMOMS & MORE | 1514 Segovia Circle – Vero Beach, FL 32966

About the Author...
JANET BROWN

As a veteran coach's wife, Janet invites you to join her in "Changing the world for Christ...one athlete at a time".Through the language of sports and life experiences, Janet uniquely exposes the character of God and His desire for "sportmoms" to WIN BIG in life. Her behind-the-bench view invites us into a world of triumphant wins and tragic personal loss.

LIFE EXPERIENCE

From being a mother of 2 to a spiritual mom to many, the road of life for Janet includes these hallmarks:

- Gave her "heart to Jesus" at 6 years old
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- Studied Education/ Psychology at a Christian College

- Enjoyed earning her wings and flying as a Flight Attendant

- Is the wife of Coach Dave Brown since 1967.

- Involved in ministry to women for 30+ years including: Retreat Facilitator and speaker, Bible Study leader, National Women's Ministry Leader

- Held an executive position in the corporate world for 35 years.

- Developed and taught Pre-married and Marriage classes with her husband for 12 years.

Currently is a writer, grandmother to 4 and a coach's wife.

POWER PLACE

HIGH BEAM

IT'S TIME!

LET IT SHINE!

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