If the Christian life was a game of baseball, then who is at first base will determine how successful you will be in your Christian life. It is a matter of priorities. Let me ask you a question. What comes first in your life? Matthew 6:21 “Where your treasure is, ...
Read More »Unapologetic Christian: The Matheny Manifesto
Mike Matheny, manager of the St. Louis Cardinals Major League Baseball team, has been gaining headlines recently for his new book The Matheny Manifesto: A Young Manager’s Old-School Views on Success in Sports and Life. That’s a long book title with a simple, yet heart piercing message for today’s parents. ...
Read More »Chasing the Devil
Josh Hamilton breezed into success, seemingly enjoying a charmed life. Lasting success, though, is not easy…and seldom comes until we reach the end of ourselves. An outstanding high school athlete, he was chosen as the number one Major League Baseball draft pick in 1999. A stellar minor league baseball career ...
Read More »The Greatest Relief Pitcher Of All Time
The Greatest Relief Pitcher Of All Time By John Livingston Clark Several weeks ago I was sitting high above left field in the baseball stadium in Seattle, Washington, USA, waiting for a game to begin between the Seattle Mariners and the New York Yankees. I couldn’t help but think about ...
Read More »Youth Baseball In Seattle Is A Big Hit
Youth Baseball In Seattle Is A Big Hit By John Livingston Clark You are a parent sitting in the stands watching a youth baseball game. Your son is at bat. Does he hit a game-winning run or strike out, lose the game, and feel humiliated by the team and spectators? ...
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