NextLevel Publications

You push your body to the limit for game day, but is your faith game ready? What if one minute a week could transform you inside and out, both spiritually and physically?Early mornings. Intense workouts. The pressure to perform. The sting of setbacks. Young athletes know the daily physical grind-but the real battle often happens in the mind and heart. One-Minute Weekly Sports Devotions for Rising Athletes is perfect for teen athletes ages 10-18 who want to grow in their sport and faith.
This Christian sports devotional blends Biblical guidance for young athletes with real-life sports stories and tools for building mental toughness, leadership skills, and a competitive edge through Christ. Whether for team huddles, a youth sports Bible study, or for personal reading, it's a playbook for spiritual growth and victory on and off the field. In just one or two minutes a week, this devotional delivers high-impact truth that fuels you far beyond the scoreboard.
This book is a year-long guide for young players and multi-sport athletes who want to play with purpose and lead with integrity. Whether you're a basketball player, football competitor, soccer athlete, softball MVP, gymnast, swimmer, or part of any team-this book meets you where you are, in your sport and in your walk with God. Inside, you'll find:Fast, powerful reads that hit home - 52 short weekly devotions crafted for players who need Biblical truth that speaks their language and fits their schedule.
Real athletes, real struggles, real growth - Stories of professionals and collegiate competitors who faced pressure, setbacks, pain, and self-doubt-and found strength through their faith to overcome obstacles. Reflections to think it through, write it down - Each devotion includes a short reflection prompt and space to journal, helping athletes understand the lesson and what God is teaching them. Challenges that meet you on the field - Weekly action steps to help you apply God's Word to real moments: tryouts, injuries, comparisons, losses, and championship pressures.
Scripture that fuels your mindset - Verses that stick with you to anchor your thoughts and fuel confidence during big plays, hard practices, and everyday battles. Lessons without the lecture vibe - Straightforward truths about character, teamwork, discipline, selflessness, grit, and purpose-delivered in a voice athletes can relate to. Strength for when the grind gets tough - Encouragement that shows up when you're tired, knocked down, doubting, or feeling the pressure to prove yourselfTools to lead with purpose - Built-in leadership lessons for Christian athletes who want to influence their team with humility, faith, and integrity.
Confidence rooted in Christ, not performance - A weekly reminder that your worth isn't based on stats, social media likes, or the scoreboard-but on who God says you are. Faith that fits your season - Each devotion meets you where you are in your faith and helps you take the next step. Biblical guidance and support - Perfect for coaches, parents, and mentors guiding Christian student athletes to become the competitors God has designed them to be. This devotional isn't about being perfect.
It's about showing up-honest, humble, and hungry for growth. Whether you're all-in on your faith or just starting to ask questions, this book is for you. You don't have to choose between being a fierce competitor and a faithful Christian. You can chase your goals and grow your character-one minute, one week, one devotion at a time.