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Part I. Sports Ministry Primer Chapter 1. Introduction to Sports Ministry Introducing Sports Ministry A Vision for Sports Ministry Why Sports Ministry? The Universal Power and Popularity of Sport Youth Sports Sport Helps Define the World Defining the Term Sport Harnessing the Power of Sports for the Gospel Sports Ministry Defined Summary Review and Discussion Questions Chapter 2. A History of Sports Ministry Historic Integrations of Faith and Sport Muscular Christianity Sport: A God-Given Ability or a Deterrent to Faith? Summary Review and Discussion Questions Part II. Contemporary Approaches to Sports Ministry Chapter 3. Sports Ministry in the United States Understanding Sports Ministry in the United States The Beginnings of Organized Sports Ministry in the United States in the 20th Century The Values and Goals of These Sports Ministry Organizations and Initiatives Approaches and Methodologies Additional Significant National Sports Ministry Organizations Summary Review and Discussion Questions Chapter 4. International Sports Ministry Why Minister Internationally? Where Sports Ministries Have Gone Summary Review and Discussion Questions Chapter 5. Faith Considerations Designed for Play The Problem of Competition The Potential of Competition The Bible and Sport Assessing Sport as a Place for Ministry Summary Review and Discussion Questions Chapter 6. Gospel Communication Gospel Communication Biblical Narrative Parables Prayerful Dependence on God Summary Review and Discussion Questions Chapter 7. Ethical Considerations for Christians in Sport The Hammer Analogy A New Christ-Centered Ethos A Work in Progress The Tension Between Competitive Sport and Christian Faith The Compatibility of Competitive Sport and Christian Faith A Divide Between the Sacred and the Secular Sportianity: A Critical Review Christian Ethics Through a Biblical Lens: Linville’s Three-Step Process Governing Principles for Ethical Behavior in Sport Ethical Consideration One: Pagan Associations With the Origins of Sport Ethical Consideration Two: Sport and the Sabbath Ethical Consideration Three: Considering Gamesmanship Winning and Losing The "Salt and Light" of Christian Influence Summary Review and Discussion Questions Chapter 8. Financing Sports Ministry Financial Considerations in Sports Ministry Financial Management in Sports Ministry Basic Elements of Financial Management in Sports Ministry Understanding Financial Challenges in Sports Ministry Summary Review and Discussion Questions Chapter 9. Sports Ministry Facilities The Importance of Planning for the Right Sports Ministry Facility Determining What Type of Sporting Facilities Are Available for Effective Ministry The Process of Creating a New Sports Facility: From Concept to Completion Additional Sport Facility Construction Considerations Maintaining a High-Quality Sports Facility Summary Review and Discussion Questions Chapter 10. Legal Considerations A Basic Understanding of the U.S. Legal System and Legal Terminology State Legal Systems Additional Legal Considerations for Sports Ministries Key Legal Issues Facing Sport Ministries Lack of Understanding and Knowledge of Legal Elements and Responsibilities ADA Requirements for Sports Programs and Sports Facilities The Importance of a Proactive Risk Management Program The Importance of Accountability Summary Review and Discussion Questions Part III. Developing a Viable Sports Ministry Chapter 11. International Sport Mission Trips Benefits of Short-Term Sport Missions The Importance of Partnerships Types of International Short-Term Sports Ministry Trips Short-Term Sports Ministry Precautions The Importance of Service and Relationship Building Administrative Responsibilities Pre-Trip Team Training and Post-Trip Debriefing Helpful Travel Tips Summary Review and Discussion Questions Chapter 12. Sports Ministry in the Local Church Assessing Ministry Mission and Objectives Assessing Church and Community Demographics Four Typical Church-Based Sports Ministry Locations Hosting Events Funding Church Sports Ministry Church Sports Ministry Resources Equipping Responsibilities for the Sport-Minded Developing Church Sports Ministry Leadership Examples of Local Church Sports Ministries A Precaution Summary Review and Discussion Questions Chapter 13. Sports Ministry Organizations SMO as Parachurch SMO Examples Summary Review and Discussion Questions Chapter 14. Cultural and Leadership Considerations Cultural and Cross-Cultural Considerations Jesus Adapts to Cultural Norms Sports Ministry Application Women as an Example of Cultural Norm Discernment Implications Defining Nonnegotiables Support for One Another Leader-Led Teamwork Summary Review and Discussion Questions

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