Pressing On

Philippians 3:12–14 - Not that I have already obtained this or am already perfect, but I press on to make it my own, because Christ Jesus has made me his own. Brothers, I do not consider that I have made it my own.
But one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead,
I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus. (ESV)
Philippians 3:12–14 - Not that I have already obtained this or am already perfect, but I press on to make it my own, because Christ Jesus has made me his own. Brothers, I do not consider that I have made it my own. But one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead, I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus. (ESV)
We expect our athletes to give it their all—Get after it. Finish the drill. Don’t quit. We demand attitude and effort. But what about us?

Are we living by the same standards we set? Are we leading with the same passion we require? We should—and by God’s grace, we can.

It’s time to lead by example. To become the coach God is calling us to be.

Let’s be a PRESS ON Coach.
Faithful. Focused. Gospel-Centered

Pressing On:
  • To keep going when life is tough. 
  • To live each day as a gift from the Lord. 
  • To daily impact and influence others.
  • To strive toward personal holiness.
  • To be the coach God is calling you to be.

The 3Ds: How We Press On

Devotion — Pursue Christ: His Word, His Church
  • Start your day in Scripture and prayer.
  • Worship with a healthy, gospel-preaching church.
  • Lead your team from an overflow of time with Jesus.

Discipline — Train to be different; grow in holiness
  • Practice small, repeatable habits that form Christlike character.
  • Invite honest accountability from trusted brothers/coaches.
  • Coach your heart before you coach your team.

Diligence —Stay steady; persevere and endure
  • Do the next right thing with excellence and integrity.
  • Love people over performance; shepherd before you strategize.
  • Finish the drill—keep going when no one’s watching.

Are You Practicing What You Preach? 

It Starts With Your Heart
Before you can lead others well, you must first let God lead you. Transformation begins in your heart—and works outward into the hearts of others.

Take a moment to truthfully reflect on these questions:

Do you have assurance of your salvation?
  • Are you fully trusting in Christ alone?
Are you growing daily into the likeness of Christ?
  • Is your life marked by spiritual change and maturity?
Are you making a difference in the lives of others?
  • Is your influence pointing people toward Jesus?
Are you leading your family well?
  • Are you winning at home, not just on the field?
Is Jesus a big deal in your life?
  • Is He your source, your center, your why? 

1 Corinthians 16:13 - Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong.
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Colossians 1:28 - Him we proclaim, warning everyone and teaching everyone with all wisdom, that we may present everyone mature in Christ.

Consider the Following Resources — and PRESS ON 
What is saving faith
Living The Christian Life
Self Evaluation. (Challenges, Goals, Direction)
How to Make Changes in Life
Scripture Verses to Help us Grow and Change
We expect our athletes to give it their all—Get after it. Finish the drill. Don’t quit. We demand attitude and effort. But what about us?

Are we living by the same standards we set? Are we leading with the same passion we require? We should—and by God’s grace, we can.

It’s time to lead by example. To become the coach God is calling us to be.

Let’s be a PRESS ON Coach.
Faithful. Focused. Gospel-Centered

Pressing On:
  • To keep going when life is tough. 
  • To live each day as a gift from the Lord. 
  • To daily impact and influence others.
  • To strive toward personal holiness.
  • To be the coach God is calling you to be.

The 3Ds: How We Press On

Devotion — rooted in Christ through Word, prayer, and church
  • Start and steady your day in Scripture and prayer.
  • Worship with a healthy, gospel-preaching church.
  • Lead your team from an overflow of time with Jesus.

Discipline — formed by holy habits and accountable community
  • Practice small, repeatable habits that form Christlike character.
  • Invite honest accountability from trusted brothers/coaches.
  • Coach your heart before you coach your team.

Diligence —stay on task with perseverance and endurance
  • Do the next right thing with excellence and integrity.
  • Love people over performance; shepherd before you strategize.
  • Finish the drill—keep going when no one’s watching.