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THE UPWARD REACH

2/1/2013

 
The first issue of SPORTMOM E-vtionals each month is dedicated to our word for the year - REACH!
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n the game of basketball it is the UPWARD REACH that precedes an astounding outside shot, a score-producing layup or the ever-amazing slam dunk!  As an adept player moves toward the basket it is the final stretch of the arms while springing airborne and looking up that brings the wanted result…2 or 3 points.   In order to accomplish this feat the athlete must spend many extra hours of practice time bringing the eyes, legs, arms and timing into sync.

There are times when the ball hits the rim even when the reach has been accomplished resulting in a missed basket and disappointed fans. If this occurs during a slam dunk attempt it can be particularly embarrassing for the player as the ball flies high into the air as it propels off of the ever-present rim. Never-the-less it is the attempt that counts.

“You miss all the shots you don’t take!” Wayne Gretzky

We also perfect our UPWARD REACH in the game of life. Goals, ambitions, and dreams all require synchronized and well-orchestrated plans to become a reality. It may take many attempts and practice runs to accomplish the effort, but in the end we will be better equipped for life by making the effort.

                            WE MISS ANY GOAL THAT WE DON’T REACH FOR!

That same UPWARD REACH is what our Heavenly Father is waiting for from us. He wants to hear us say the words the David, the Psalmist said…

I look to you, heaven-dwelling God, look up to you for help. Psalm 123:1 TM

The UPWARD REACH can come with some difficulty if we aren’t used to doing it. Stretching our spiritual muscles may take a little extra effort on our part as Paul expressed in the scriptures to the church at Philippi…

I have not yet reached that goal, but I continue trying to reach it and to make it mine. Christ wants me to do that, which is the reason he made me his. Philippians 3:12 NCV

As we continue our UPWARD REACH, looking always to God for our strength and guidance will become as natural as the reach of a basketball player toward the intended basket.

Blessings…as you stretch toward your intended goal by always looking to God with an UPWARD REACH
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Mom
1/31/2013 11:28:50 pm

Thanks, honey! for "On, on on to the goal, Jesus will add His blessing! On to the goal keep pressing!" Encouraging challenge.


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    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.


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